Buyer question
How big does a Leopard tortoise get?
Our Animal Library lists the Leopard tortoise at 12–18 in, some larger (adult size).
Source: the Leopard tortoise page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Leopard tortoise in the Animal Library
The detail
Leopard tortoises come from the savannas of eastern and southern Africa and have high-domed, spotted shells. They are large grazers that need plenty of space and warmth, and they do not hibernate.
- Housing
- Large warm outdoor pen
What to weigh
Leopards need warm, dry space year-round and do not hibernate. Large adults need big outdoor pens.