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Definition of star tortoise

star tortoise

Plural:star tortoises
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1

A terrestrial turtle belonging to the genus Geochelone, distinguished by striking, radiating star-like patterns on a highly domed carapace, native to the dry scrub forests and grasslands of the Indian subcontinent and Myanmar.

Example

"The Indian star tortoise is highly sought after in the exotic pet trade, which has unfortunately threatened its wild populations in South Asia."

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Star tortoise. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/star-tortoise
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