Darwin — The Tortoise Who Found Peace
Darwin was bullied by the other tortoises at Jesperhus Zoo and had to be isolated. The zoologists contacted Odsherred Zoo Rescue.
Darwin was bullied by the other tortoises at Jesperhus Zoo and had to be isolated. The zoologists contacted Odsherred Zoo Rescue.
Darwin now lives peacefully with three females. When he gets too energetic, he is given free roam of the Tropical House Paraná.
His age is estimated at 25-30 years, with a potential lifespan of up to 70 years.
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