World oldest tortoise in the world, Jonathan has celebrated 190th birthday party over the weekend.
Jonathan is believed to have been born c. 1832, thus making him 190 years old in 2022.
His official title is oldest chelonian – a category which encompasses all turtles, terrapins and tortoises. Jonathan is also the world’s oldest living land animal.
Jonathan even has a stamp commemorating his birthday celebrations!
Despite some of his senses now failing him, such as his sight and smell, Jonathan still seems to have plenty of energy left!
Credit: St.helena.Tourism ?And Guinness Book of Record
