(Chelonoidis carbonaria)
These tortoises get their name from the brightly coloured scales on the legs and head. These can vary in colour from yellow through to bright cherry red. Red-footed tortoises generally reach a size of around 10 – 15 inches. Both males and females reach a similar size although males tend to be heavier.
These tortoises are found throughout Central America and northern South America. They can also be found on several of the Caribbean islands.
These tortoises are mainly herbivores; eating a variety of plants, grasses, flowers and fruits. However they are occasionally seen taking other items of food such as carrion, small invertebrates and mushrooms.
Not evaluated.
Many red-footed tortoises develop a distinct constriction around the waist of their shell as they reach maturity. When viewed from above, this can give the appearance of an hourglass figure. This is more pronounced in males than females.
During courtship and mating, the male red-footed tortoise will make a clucking noise that sounds just like a hen!
In their countries of origin, red-footed tortoises are considered a food source and are often hunted for their meat.
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