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Leopard tortoise

Built-in house

Weird but true

It's named after the leopard-like spots on its shell.

More facts

  • Leopard tortoises can live for more than 50 years.
  • They eat grasses, plants and succulents.
  • It's one of the 'Little Five' animals that safari-goers look out for.