How big do leopard tortoises get?

Over this range, the leopard tortoise occupies the most varied habitats of any African tortoise including grasslands, thorn-scrub, mesic brushland, and savannas. They can be found at altitudes ranging from sea level to 2,900 meters (9,500 ft). read more

It is found throughout savannahs of Africa from Sudan to the southern Cape. Being a tropical tortoise, Leopard tortoises do not hibernate. Care. Here in the states it is one of the more popular tortoises and is frequently bred. This large species can get over 2 feet long and weigh up to 100 pounds. Most are from 15-18" and 30-50 pounds. read more

Leopard Tortoise Size. Adult leopard tortoises measure from 10 to 18 inches long depending on the geographic origin and subspecies of the tortoise. The South African subspecies, Stigmachelys pardalis pardalis, may grow to 24 inches and the giants from Ethiopia and Somalia may approach 30 inches. read more