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Definition of egyptian tortoise
egyptian tortoise
Plural:Egyptian tortoises
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A critically endangered, very small species of land-dwelling reptile native to the Mediterranean coastal desert and semi-desert environments of Egypt and Libya, characterized by a pale, sandy-colored shell that helps regulate body heat.
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"Conservationists are working tirelessly to protect the remaining populations of the Egyptian tortoise from habitat destruction and the illegal pet trade."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Egyptian tortoise. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/egyptian%20tortoise