Aldabra Tortoise (Geochelone gigantea) Native to the Aldabra Atoll islands in the Indian Ocean The second largest tortoise in the world Male tortoise averages 550 lb (250 kg) and is 4 feet (120 cm) in length Female tortoise averages 330…
Reticulated Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis reticulata) The tallest of all land animals – males can grow as tall as 18 feet (5.5 meters) Can weigh up to 3000 pounds (1360 kg) Can run at speeds of up to 35 miles (56…
Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas) Has the largest surface area of all moths, up to 62 square inches (158 cm) Wings up to 12 inches (30 cm) long Lives in the tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia After emerging from…
Malayan Sun Bear (Helarctos malayanus) Also called the “honey bear” because of its appetite for bees and honey Smallest member of the bear family, weighing up to 150 pounds (68 kg) and can be 5 feet (1.5 m) in length…