Due to his advanced age, Jonathan spends his days doing almost everything with his mate Frederik, another male tortoise he was introduced to in 1991, including eating, sleeping and having sex.

Dec 5, 2025 · Jonathan (b. c. 1832) is a Seychelles giant tortoise who is believed to be the oldest living land animal ever. He lives on and is cared for on the grounds of Saint Helena’s Plantation House, the …

In 1832, Jonathan the Seychelles giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea hololissa) was born. Although his exact birthdate is unknown, he has been given the official birthday of December 4, 1832. …

Apr 1, 2025 · Jonathan is the oldest living Chelonian, which is a group name given to reptiles. They’re now more commonly known as terrapins, turtles, and tortoises. According to expert estimation, this …

Jun 28, 2025 · Jonathan, pictured on the lush lawn of Plantation House, St. Helena, is a Seychelles giant tortoise who has lived an astonishing 193 years (and counting). His calm daily routine of …

Jonathan, a Seychelles giant tortoise, is still alive and resides on St. Helena. As of 2025, his estimated age is an impressive 192 years, making him the oldest known living land animal and the oldest …

Apr 26, 2025 · Jonathan is a Seychelles giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea hololissa) that is estimated to be 192 years old as of 2025. Jonathan is considered to be the world's oldest living land …

Jun 26, 2025 · Meet Jonathan, the remarkable tortoise who has defied time and become a living legend. At an astounding 193 years old, he’s not just the oldest known living land animal—he’s a symbol of …

Dec 7, 2024 · Jonathan, a Seychelles giant tortoise, was hatched in 1832 and has been alive for an enormous chunk of modern history in his time under the sun. He currently resides on the British …

Nov 30, 2023 · In fact, Jonathan is the oldest turtle/chelonian in recorded history, having taken the title in 2021 from Tu’i Malila (c. 1777–1965), a radiated tortoise that lived to be at least 188.