The Leopard Tortoise (Geochelone pardalis) is a large and attractively marked tortoise which has a wide distribution in sub-Saharan Africa. In this species males may attain a greater size than females, a characteristic shared with certain other members of the genus Geochelone, including Galapagos tortoises. Large examples may be 60 cm (over 2 feet) long and weigh over 35 kg (about 80 lbs.)This tortoise favours semi-arid, thorny to grassland habitats. (Source: Tortoise Trust Web)
The magnet measures 2.5” x 3.5” (6.35 x 8.89cm) with a metal shell, mylar/UV protecting cover and flat magnetic back. The artwork is a reproduction of an original line art drawing by wildlife illustrator Roger Hall.