The Pancake Tortoise is endemic to rocky areas and has amazing climbing skills. They are capable of hiding in tight crevasses for protection.


The Pancake Tortoise is endemic to rocky areas and has amazing climbing skills. They are capable of hiding in tight crevasses for protection.


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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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