Closely
related to the Home's hinge-back tortoise, this species
is also originally from central Africa over and can be found
in grasslands and savannahs. These are shy terrestrial tortoises
that should be provided with a hiding box. The ideal substrate
should be a thick layer of reptile soil and/or prepared
bark chips, but it can also be kept on top of reptile terrarium
liner for ease of care. These tortoises require a high humidity
environment, frequent spraying, as well as a shallow water
dish for drinking and soaking. Day temperatures should be
between 80-95 F, while night temperature should range between
68-72 F. These are truly omnivorous tortoises, their diet
consist of fruits, vegetables, insects, slugs and snails.