Tortoise

Size (approx):   6.2 x 3.1 x 3.1cm

As all animals are hand carved and hand painted, they are each unique. This is part of the beauty and value of Wudimals®. There will always be very slight variations in fine details, so no one else in the world has exactly the same animal as you!

Suitable from age: 3 years+

Habitat & Facts

Tortoises are terrestrial reptiles and are part of the turtle family. Unlike other members of the turtle family, tortoises cannot swim. They have tough claws for digging instead of webbed feet. Their heads and legs can be withdrawn into the protection of their shells. Tortoises can be found in a number of habitats. The vast majority are found in semi-arid zones. They can also inhabit deserts, grasslands, mountainsides, scrub forests and sand dunes. In general, tortoises will eat grass, flowers, leafy plants and cactus. Tortoises are found in southern North America, Central America and South America. Species are also found from Africa and Europe to Indonesia and Malaysia, as well as Madagascar and other islands.

Conservation Status

Not endangered

Care

Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Do not submerge in water. Do not leave outside. Do not leave on or near a heat source such as a radiator.