Ziggy
African Spurred Tortoise

 

 

 

 

 

Scientific Name:
Geochelone sulcata

Lifespan:
80 to 100 years, maturity happens around 15 years of age. Ziggy age is unknown. 

Size:
The largest mainland tortoise, can reach 30 inches in length and weight over 100 lbs!

Defining Trait:

The larger of the two DRC tortoises. 

Ziggy's Story:

Ziggy and Speedy were living at a nearby resort. When new owners took over the establishment, they didn't feel that they could adequately care for the tortoises and asked DRC to adopt them. DRC built them a special habitat and brought them to their new forever home on February 7, 2022. The tortoises are herbivores who eat lettuce and other vegetation. They are curious, intelligent reptiles with lively personalities and we look forward to learning more about them - and from them every day.