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Leopard Tortoise (
Geochelone pardalis) The Leopard Tortoise comes from Central and South
Africa. In variably dry regions. Carapace length can reach up to 28
inches, 22 to 35 pounds. Should be kept in a well heated dry terrarium,
and can also be kept outdoors during warm weather periods. Leopard
Tortoises should be fed grasses, dry pellet foods, Romaine lettuce plus
many different vegetables.
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Sulcata Tortoises African spurred tortoise
(Geochelone sulcata) - Sulcata tortoises are native to more northern parts
of Africa, ranging from the southern edge of the Sahara down through the
arid countries, including Senegal, Mali, Niger, Chad, the Sudan and
Ethiopia, up through the dry, hot Massaua coast bordering the Red Sea. The
Sulcata is the largest of the African mainland tortoises, with specimens
easily reaching 24-30 inches in carapace length and 80 to 110 pounds. The
oldest recorded specimen in captivity lived to the age of 54 years.
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"Torie" Sulcata Tortoise
(Geochelone sulcata) - Sulcata tortoises love their fruits and veggies -
squash, zucchini, romaine lettuce, snow peas, green beans, collard
greens, red seedless grapes, bananas, and apples are a few favorites. |
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