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African Spurred Tortoise
Centrochelys sulcata
The African Spurred Tortoise, also known as the Sulcata Tortoise, is the third-largest tortoise species in the world and the largest mainland tortoise. It is easily recognized by the prominent spurs on its hind legs and its rugged, thick shell. Native to the southern edge of the…
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- Unlike many tortoises, the African Spurred Tortoise can grow rapidly, sometimes gaining several pounds per year when young.
- African Spurred Tortoises are exceptional diggers, often creating burrows up to 10 feet long to escape the heat. They can survive for weeks without water by storing it in their bladders. Despite their size, young sulcatas are vulnerable to predators and environmental stress.
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