Kura Kaki Merah
NAMA | NAME
KURA KAKI MERAH
RED-FOOTED TORTOISE
(Chelonoidis carbonarius)
TAKSONOMI | TAXONOMY
Kerajaan Animalia Kingdom
Filum Chordata Phylum
Kelas Reptilia Class
Ordo Testudines Order
Famili Testudinidae Family
Genus Chelonoidis Genus
Chelonoidis carbonaria, umumnya dikenal sebagai kura kaki merah, adalah spesies kura asli Amerika Selatan. Meski bukan asli Indonesia, perlu dicatat bahwa kura kaki merah telah diperkenalkan ke berbagai wilayah di seluruh dunia, karena perdagangan hewan peliharaan dan pelepasan yang tidak disengaja. Kura kaki merah dewasa biasanya mencapai panjang 30-40 cm dan berat sekitar 20 kg. Mereka memiliki warna merah ke oranye yang mencolok pada anggota badan mereka, yang memberi mereka nama umum. Karapas (tempurung atas) spesies ini umumnya berwarna cokelat tua atau hitam dengan corak kekuningan atau cokelat muda.
Chelonoidis carbonaria, commonly known as the red-footed tortoise, is a species of tortoise native to South America. Although it is not indigenous to Indonesia, it is worth noting that the red-footed tortoise has been introduced to various regions around the world, due to the pet trade and accidental releases. Adult red-footed rortoises typically reach a length of 30-40 cm and weigh around 20 kg. They have a prominent red to orange coloration on their limbs, which gives them their common name. The carapace (top shell) of this species is generally dark brown or black with light yellowish or tan markings.
DISTRIBUSI DAN HABITAT | DISTRIBUTION AND HABITAT
Kura kaki merah secara alami ditemukan di wilayah Amerika Selatan. Dalam jangkauan alaminya, kura kaki merah menghuni berbagai habitat, termasuk hutan hujan, sabana, dan padang rumput. Mereka dapat ditemukan di daerah lembab dan kering. Kura ini sebagian besar terestrial, tetapi mereka juga menghabiskan waktu di sumber air dangkal untuk mendinginkan diri atau minum.
The red-footed tortoise is naturally found in South America regions. In their natural range, red-footed tortoises inhabit a variety of habitats, including rainforests, savannas, and grasslands. They can be found in both humid and drier regions. These tortoises are mainly terrestrial, but they also spend some time in shallow water sources to cool down or drink.
DIET DAN NUTRISI | DIET AND NUTRITION
Kura kaki merah adalah herbivora, memakan buah-buahan, daun, bunga, dan jamur. Di penangkaran, mereka biasanya diberi makan campuran sayuran, sayuran, buah-buahan, dan pelet kura khusus.
Red-footed tortoises are herbivorous, feeding on fruits, leaves, flowers, and fungi. In captivity, they are commonly fed a diet of mixed greens, vegetables, fruits, and specialized tortoise pellets.
SIFAT UTAMA DAN FAKTA UNIK | KEY TRAITS AND FUN FACTS
Kura ini bersifat utama diurnal, artinya mereka aktif di siang hari. Mereka dikenal cukup sosial dan mentolerir hidup dalam kelompok kecil. Mereka tidak soliter seperti beberapa spesies kura lainnya dan sering ditemukan mencari makan bersama. Namun, mereka masih membutuhkan ruang yang memadai dan kondisi lingkungan yang sesuai untuk kesejahteraan mereka. Kura kaki merah mencapai kematangan seksual pada usia sekitar 10-20 tahun. Betina bertelur 5-15 telur di lubang sarang yang digali di tanah. Masa inkubasi telur kira-kira 90-150 hari, tergantung suhu dan kelembapan. Anak kura muncul dari sarang dan sudah mandiri sejak lahir.
These tortoises are primarily diurnal, meaning they are active during the day. They are known to be quite social and tolerate living in small groups. They are not as solitary as some other tortoise species and can often be found foraging together. However, they still require adequate space and appropriate environmental conditions for their well-being. Red-footed tortoises reach sexual maturity at around 10-20 years of age. Females lay clutches of 5-15 eggs in a nesting hole dug in the ground. The incubation period for the eggs is approximately 90-150 days, depending on temperature and humidity. The hatchlings emerge from the nest and are independent from birth.
STATUS KONSERVASI | CONSERVATION STATUS
Menurut International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, kura kaki merah saat ini diklasifikasikan sebagai “Tidak Dievaluasi.” Namun, penting untuk dicatat bahwa perdagangan hewan peliharaan dan hilangnya habitat menimbulkan potensi ancaman bagi populasi liar di daerah asalnya.
According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, the red-footed tortoise is currently classified as “Not Evaluated.” However, it is important to note that the pet trade and habitat loss pose potential threats to wild populations in their native range.