Star Tortoise Baby — the Indian star tortoise, wearing the most celebrated shell in the tortoise world: radiating gold starbursts on a high domed carapace. Stars are gentle, small-staying and spectacular — and they are CITES Appendix I / EU Annex A, so legal captive-bred provenance and paperwork are everything. We supply the required documentation with the animal.
At a Glance
| Species | Geochelone elegans (Indian star tortoise) |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 18–25 cm; females larger |
| Lifespan | 30–60+ years |
| Housing | Warm closed setup; sunny outdoor time on hot days only |
| Climate | Basking 35 °C, ambient 26–28 °C; moderate humidity; no hibernation |
| Paperwork | CITES I / EU Annex A — certificate supplied, keep for life |
Care Basics
Stars are warmth-dependent and hate cold damp: a heated, humidity-moderate indoor setup is the base, with genuine sunshine on hot summer days as a bonus. Feed weeds, greens and grasses with calcium; keep fruit minimal. A humid hide through the growth years keeps those famous star scutes smooth. Gentle, shy at first, and steadily confident with routine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does paperwork matter so much for stars?
Appendix I listing means sale is legal only for documented captive-bred animals — the certificate we supply is the animal’s legal identity. Never buy a star without one, from anyone.
Do stars hibernate?
No — tropical species, warm all year, every year.
Why Buy From EU Exotic Reptile Hub
- Captive-bred in Europe — no wild-caught animals, ever
- Live-arrival guarantee and health guarantee on every animal
- Verified feeding — we ship only established feeders, with a feeding record
- Lifetime care support from our keepers, one message away
Shipping Across the EU
We ship EU-wide with specialist live-animal couriers in insulated, heat- or cool-packed boxes, dispatched only when the weather forecast along the whole route is safe. You receive tracking on dispatch day and your animal typically arrives within 24 hours. See our shipping policy and FAQ for full details.
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