Indian Star Tortoise- Known for its star-like shell pattern, this tortoise faces threats from habitat loss and illegal pet trade.
Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle- This freshwater turtle with a striking red crown is found in Indian rivers and is endangered due to pollution and fishing
Olive Ridley Turtle- Famous for mass nesting on Odisha’s coasts, these sea turtles face threats from fishing nets and habitat destruction.
Black Softshell Turtle- Critically endangered, this turtle is found in temple ponds of Assam and is threatened by habitat loss.
Indian Flapshell Turtle- A softshell turtle that hides its limbs for protection is threatened by habitat destruction.
Indian Roofed Turtle- With a roof-like shell ridge, it lives in rivers but faces threats from pollution and poaching.
Loggerhead Turtle- A large sea turtle with a big head, it nests along India’s coast and is endangered due to hunting and coastal development.
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