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Semolina IX

Aldabra tortoise · Shared by FrostyOtter · 1 week ago

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Semolina IX has taken on the whole village square. She reached the fountain by teatime and the chandelier is next.

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About the Aldabra tortoise

Origin
Aldabra Atoll, Seychelles
Adult size
Males to 1.2 m and 250 kg; females about half
Lifespan
100+ years; some individuals far longer
Housing
Secure acreage, plus a heated barn in temperate climates
Diet
Grazing herbivore — grasses and browse, very high fibre
Legal status
CITES Appendix II; paperwork required

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