<b>Pyxis planicauda</b>, commonly known as the flat-tailed tortoise, is a vulnerable species native to the rainforests and savannas of Madagascar. Characterized by its distinctive flat carapace, nocturnal behavior, and herbivorous diet, this tortoise plays a vital role in its ecosystem through seed dispersal and soil aeration.
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Pyxis planicauda
<b>Pyxis planicauda</b>, commonly known as the flat-tailed tortoise, is a vulnerable species native to the rainforests and savannas of Madagascar. Characterized by its distinctive flat carapace, nocturnal behavior, and herbivorous diet, this tortoise plays a vital role in its ecosystem through seed dispersal and soil aeration.