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Aldabra Giant Tortoise — printable fact sheet
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Aldabra Giant Tortoise
Aldabrachelys gigantea
The Aldabra Giant Tortoise is one of the largest tortoises in the world, native to the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles. These long-lived reptiles are known for their massive domed shells, sturdy legs, and slow, deliberate movements. They primarily inhabit grasslands and scrub ar…
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- The Aldabra Giant Tortoise is one of only two giant tortoise species remaining in the world, the other being the Galápagos tortoise.
- Aldabra Giant Tortoises can survive for weeks without food or water by storing fat in their bodies. They are excellent swimmers, sometimes traveling between islands. Some individuals have been documented to live more than 150 years, making them among the longest-lived vertebrates.
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