Astrochelys elegans

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:behavior diurnal
burrowing
basking in the sun
gptkbp:body_style high domed
gptkbp:breeding_season monsoon season
gptkbp:clutch_size 3 to 12 eggs
gptkbp:color black and yellow
some individuals are darker
star-like patterns
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Indian_star_tortoise
gptkbp:composed_of up to 30 cm
keratin
gptkbp:conservation_efforts breeding programs
protected areas
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:collection
Vulnerable
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of longevity
gptkbp:diet gptkb:product
gptkbp:family gptkb:Testudinidae
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Astrochelys
gptkbp:habitat dry forests
southern India
northern Sri Lanka
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Astrochelys elegans
gptkbp:incubation_period 60 to 90 days
gptkbp:lifespan gptkb:50_years
adult
juvenile
hatchling
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:India
gptkb:Sri_Lanka
gptkbp:predators gptkb:dog_breed
birds of prey
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research studied for longevity
gptkbp:senses good eyesight
good smell
gptkbp:size up to 30 cm
gptkbp:social_structure solitary
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships commensal with certain insects
gptkbp:threats climate change
habitat loss
illegal pet trade
gptkbp:weight up to 5 kg
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Astrochelys_radiata
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5