The Aldabra tortoise is second only to the Galapagos tortoise as the biggest land tortoise in the world. Aldabra tortoises can weigh more than 500 pounds, with a shell more than five feet long. Now that's big!

Body Armor
Males are larger than females, but all Aldabra tortoises share the same basic appearance. They have a high, domed shell that's dark brown or gray in color. Their legs are very stout, and the front ones are partly covered with big scales. Both front and back feet have powerful claws. The tail is short and has a claw-like spur on the tip. These tortoises don't have many enemies!