🌿Native Nature

Afghan Tortoise

Testudo horsfieldii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Testudines ›Family: Testudinidae ›Genus: Testudo

About

The Russian tortoise (Agrionemys horsfieldii), also commonly known as Horsfield's tortoise, Afghan tortoise or the Central Asian tortoise, is a threatened species of tortoise. Human activities in its native habitat contribute to its threatened status.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Afghan Tortoise?
The scientific name of Afghan Tortoise is Testudo horsfieldii.
What kingdom does Afghan Tortoise belong to?
Afghan Tortoise belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Afghan Tortoise belong to?
Afghan Tortoise belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Afghan Tortoise belong to?
Afghan Tortoise belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Afghan Tortoise belong to?
Afghan Tortoise belongs to the order Testudines.
What family does Afghan Tortoise belong to?
Afghan Tortoise belongs to the family Testudinidae.
What genus does Afghan Tortoise belong to?
Afghan Tortoise belongs to the genus Testudo.