Leopard Tortoise

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This animal is an Animal Ambassador and lives behind the scenes. Animal Ambassadors attend school programs, special events, ZooLive! Stage Shows, guest engagement activities, and outreach events.

Description

Range & Habitat

Found In: shrubland and grasslands in sub-Saharan Africa

Behavior

Diet

Herbivore: grasses, leaves, berries, flowers including prickly pear.

Conservation

Fun Facts

• Retracting their head and feet into their shells often results in a hissing sound which is likely caused by the squeezing of the air from the lungs and around the limbs.

Virginia Zoo Animals

Female: Ethyl (lives behind the scenes)