Sulcata Tortoise
Sulcata tortoises are one of the largest tortoise species in the world and the largest mainland tortoise. They get their name from the spurs on their hind legs.
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SCIENTIFIC NAME | GEOCHELONE SULCATA |
WHERE IN THE WILD? | SAVANNAS, SCRUBLANDS, GRASSLANDS OF NORTHERN AFRICAN AND SAHARA DESERT |
WHAT'S ON THE MENU? | HERBIVORE |
LIFE EXPECTANCY | 30-80 YEARS |