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Red –footed Tortoise
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Fossil discoveries of this species from the Pleistocene period (1 million years ago) have been found on the island on Anguilla in the Lesser Antilles (near Puerto Rico).

Habitat
Dry forests to rainforests in South America
Size
Around 12 inches
Weight
up to 20 pounds
Lifespan
40-50 years
Diet
Grasses, fruits, plants, fungi, flowers, invertebrates, carrion
Reproduction
2-15 eggs incubate for 4-5 months
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Threats
Being hunted for meat or taken for the pet trade