Taxonomic name: Chelonoidis carbonarius 

Conservation Status: Not Evaluated (IUNC Red List)

Wild Range: South America: savannah to forest edges around the Amazon Basin

Diet: Primarily herbivores that eat leaves, grasses, fungi, and fruits but occasionally eat small invertebrates like insects

Longevity in the wild: Up to 50 years 

Size: Up to approximately 30 cm long

Weight: Up to 9 kgs 

Fun fact: During the breeding season, males will compete and fight over females, sometimes flipping each other over! 

APZ location: Toucan Ridge 

Conservation action: These cute tortoises are a species that can be victim to the illegal pet trade. Stay aware of where your pets are from and support turtle and tortoise conservation efforts across the globe.