| Aldabra Tortoise Skull - The Aldabra tortoise is native to the islands of the Aldabra Atoll. This species, along with the Galapagos tortoise, is one of the largest species of land turtle reaching a weight of 350 lbs. (159 kg) and a carapace length of 4 feet (1.2 M). This large tortoise primarily feeds on vegetation, but may also ingest small invertebrates, carrion, and small vertebrates. |
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| Aldabra Tortoise | Order: Testudines Family: Testudinidae |
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