Angonoka tortoise

The angonoka is a rare tortoise found only in the dry forests near Baly Bay in Madagascar. With fewer than 400 left in the wild, it's one of the most endangered tortoises on Earth. Its high-domed shell and unique 'ploughshare' shape make it stand out from other tortoises.

• Poachers target this tortoise for the illegal pet trade, pushing it toward extinction.
• A breeding program started in 1986 successfully raised over 200 young tortoises by 2004.
• Local communities help protect it by creating firebreaks and guarding its forest home.