Buyer question
How long does an Indian Star tortoise live?
Our Animal Library gives the Indian Star tortoise a lifespan of 30–80 years.
Source: the Indian Star tortoise page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Indian Star tortoise in the Animal Library
The detail
Indian star tortoises have striking star-patterned shells and come from India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. They are heavily trafficked and have been CITES Appendix I since 2019, so legal paperwork is essential.
- Origin
- India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
- Best fit
- Experienced tortoise keepers
What to weigh
Stars are sensitive to cold and damp and prone to respiratory infection. Their protected status means documentation is non-negotiable.