Leopard Tortoise

Stigmochelys pardalis

NATURAL HABITAT
The leopard tortoise lives in savannah regions.

DIET
IN THE WILD – Fallen fruit, vines, grasses, wild mushrooms and leaves
IN THE ZOO – Various greens, hay and specially formulated tortoise chow

FASCINATING FACTS

• Females lay up to 30 eggs in a nest 10 inches deep
• Can live 80 to 90 years
• Depend on other senses to find food and avoid predators
• Have a row of small toenails enabling them to dig
• Can go underwater for up to 10 minutes