No Need for Lawnmowers: The radiated tortoise prefers to graze in familiar area, keeping the vegetation there well-trimmed.
Latin name: Geochelone radiate Where: Spaulding Children’s Zoo Length: Up to 1.3 ft Weight: Up to 35 lbs Lifespan: 40 to 50 yrs Habitat: Dry woodlands Diet: Grass, fruit, and cactus Risk Status: Species at Risk (IUCN—Critically Endangered) Range: Southern Madagascar