Leopard Tortoise
Stigmochelys pardalis
Adult leopard tortoises inhabit savannas, thorn scrub, and semi-arid grasslands across eastern and southern Africa. They are mostly herbivorous grazers, feeding on grasses, weeds, flowers, and succulents while avoiding the hottest parts of the day. A high, strongly domed shell protects them from many predators, and rival males may shove or ram one another during breeding competition.
- Type
- Shell
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
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- Leopard Tortoise