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TORTOISE ENCOUNTER
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Embark on a unique adventure that takes you back in time to the world of ancient creatures—our tortoise encounter. Step into a realm where these remarkable beings reign supreme, and get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Types of Tortoises
African Spurred Tortoise
The African spurred tortoise is a species of tortoise inhabiting the southern edge of the Sahara desert in Africa. It is the third-largest species of tortoise in the world, the largest mainland species of tortoise, and the only extant species in the genus Centrochelys.
Life Span: 50-150 YEARS
Weight: 231 LBS
Length: 33 INCH
Aldabra Giant Tortoise
The Aldabra giant tortoise is a species of endemic to the Seychelles. It is one of the largest tortoises in the world. Historically, giant tortoises were found on many of the western Indian Ocean islands, as well as Madagascar. The fossil record indicates giant tortoises once occurred on every continent and many islands with the exception of Australia and Antarctica. Many of the Indian Ocean species were thought to be driven to extinction by over-exploitation by European sailors, and they were all seemingly extinct by 1840 with the exception of the Aldabran giant tortoise on the island atoll of Aldabra.
Life Span: 100-176 YEARS
Top Speed: 0 MPH
Weight: 330-550 LBS
Length: 35.4-48 INCH