The Leopard Tortoise is the most common and widespread of the family throughout the drier area of Eastern and Southern Africa.

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The Leopard Tortoise is the most common and widespread of the family throughout the drier area of Eastern and Southern Africa. They are more active during the rainy season.

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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