How long do sulcata tortoises live?
Sulcata Station’s response: We can’t seem to find any scientific research on this topic, but if sulcata tortoises are anything like Galapagos tortoises, they might have an extremely long lifespan. There are documented cases of Galapagos tortoises (the big tortoises typically seen in zoos) living well over 100 years. If you keep your sulcata healthy, it should live at least that long, if not longer! You should keep one thing in mind when you acquire a tortoise of any species: Your tortoise will more than likely outlive you, and therefore you should make plans about where the tortoise should go and who should take care of it after your death. If you own a sulcata or other tortoise, you should download a Turtle Will from the Turtle Homes website, fill it out, and keep it with your Will and other important documents.
