The leopard tortoise is the second largest tortoise that is native to Africa (with the African spurred tortoise/sulcata tortoise being the largest).Like other tortoises, leopard tortoises are slow, quiet, and not aggressive. While a larger tortoise may mistake a finger for food, leopard tortoises are not known for biting people. They're more likely to retreat into their shells if they feel threatened.Unlike some other tortoise species, leopard tortoises aren't known to be climbers and don't burrow all that much. In the wild, males can get aggressive with other males during mating season, but in captivity, leopard tortoises are relatively docile.Leopard tortoises also do not hibernate since they are from a climate that is warm year-round; it's native to South Africa, Ethiopia, and Somalia. But their metabolism and energy level may slow down during cooler months.In this book, you will know more about leopard tortoise, its care, housing, handling, feeding and behavior Get this exclusive total guide about leopard tortoise