This Is Jonathan, The 187-Year-Old Tortoise Photographed In 1886 And Today
It’s a known fact that humans outlive most animals. But tortoises are definitely an exception, and one of them was actually able to reach the ripe age of 187. Jonathan, a giant tortoise, is currently the oldest living terrestrial animal in the entire world, having hatched back in 1832
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The tortoise currently lives in the island of Saint Helena, Seychelles, and resides with the governor at the Plantation House.
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It’s interesting that there’s a photo of Jonathan taken way back in 1886, and it can be compared to his present photo, just like a modern #187yearschallenge. It’s noteworthy that the tortoise was already around 54 years old when that photo was taken.
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Although Jonathan is still lively and full of energy, signs of aging have been observed by doctors, and his sense of sight and smell are slowly getting weaker.
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Dr. Hollins feeds Jonathan with special food with higher calories on a weekly basis, since he doesn’t eat enough grass anymore.
