Dalton State successfully breeds Kinixys erosa
Serrated hinge-back tortoises were bred successfully at Dalton State, one of the first times that has happened in captivity with this species, officials said.
�This is rarely done with this species,� said Chris Manis, a part-time instructor in natural sciences and research associate at the College. �I only know of one or two successes prior to this.�
The hatchlings are Serrated hinge-back tortoises, Kinixys erosa. The parents have been part of Dalton State�s Turtle Assurance Colony for approximately two years.
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