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Sulcata Tortoise

a giant tortoise with yellow and orange spots sitting in the grass
a closeup of the head of a giant tortoise
a closeup photo of a giant tortoise sitting on grass
four giant tortoises in a pen outside

Lifespan

70 years

Weight

79 - 110 pounds

Scientific Name

Centrochelys sulcata

IUCN Listing

Vulnerable

Where am I from?

Sahara desert

Fun Fact

Some cultures in Africa believe the sulcata tortoise is an intermediary between the people and their ancestors and gods.

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