Buyer question
How long does a Red-footed tortoise live?
Our Animal Library gives the Red-footed tortoise a lifespan of 50+ years.
Source: the Red-footed tortoise page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Red-footed tortoise in the Animal Library
The detail
Red-footed tortoises come from the forests and savannas of South America and have red or orange scales on their legs. They are curious and personable, and need warm, humid conditions and a mixed diet with fruit.
- Origin
- South America
- Best fit
- Keepers in warm or humid areas
What to weigh
Red-foots need high humidity and warmth, which is harder indoors in dry climates. They live for decades.