The forest hinge-back tortoise ( Kinixys erosa) is a medium-sized tortoise native to the humid tropical forests of West and Central Africa. Unlike most tortoises, members of the genus Kinixys possess a unique hinged plastron at the rear of the shell, allowing them to partially close their shell for protection against predators.nThis species prefers dense, moist environments such as rainforests and forest edges, where it can remain hidden among leaf litter. It is primarily omnivorous, feeding on a varied diet that includes fallen fruit, fungi, invertebrates, and vegetation. The forest hinge-back tortoise is generally more active during wetter periods and tends to avoid extreme heat.nSpecifications:nnMissing two scutes, one on top, one on bottom.nShell Length 19.5 cm (7.7 in)nShell Width 14.2 cm (5.6 in)nShell Height 8.5 cm (3.3 in)