Black Greek Tortoises - Testudo graeca ibera @$249.99

Black Greek Tortoise is one of five species of Mediterranean tortoise. Their binomial name is Testudo GraecaIbera. They are known for their large conical tubercle on each thigh. Adults can grow up to 7 inches and females are usually larger than males. Their lifespan of Black Greek Tortoise is about fifty years. They are very often confused with Hermann’s tortoise but some of their characteristics are distinct. Large symmetrical markings on the top of their head and large scales on the front legs help to differentiate Black Greek Tortoise from Hermann’s tortoise. Their carapace is undivided and stretches over the tail. It is also oblong rectangular in shape. There are also visible and notable spurs present on each thigh. One can also notice isolated flecks on the spine and the rib plates. Spinal plates are widely stretched and the posterior plates on underside are movable. As in all the other species of tortoises, Testudo GraecaIbera males are also dissimilar from females. Males are generally smaller but their tales are longer than their counterpart. Males’ underside is somewhat curved but the females have a flat plastron. Male’s carapace is wider and the plates on the carapace often overhang outward. The mating instinct starts up soon after they wake up from hibernation. Males encircle the females, bite them, ram them and try to mount them. They also show their red tongue and make noises during copulation. With one successful mating, female can lay eggs multiple times. One or two weeks before laying the eggs, females become agitated. They move around, smell and even taste the dirt to choose an ideal spot for laying eggs.

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