Meet Jonathan, The 192-Year-Old Tortoise

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Jonathan, the Seychelles giant tortoise, holds the Guinness World Record for being the oldest living land animal, born in 1832

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Jonathan's remarkable longevity has inspired scientific interest, providing valuable insights into aging and longevity

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1. He is estimated to be 192 years old, as of 2024

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2. Jonathan lives on Saint Helena Island, a British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic Ocean

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3. He was brought to Saint Helena in 1882 as a gift to Sir William Grey-Wilson, the governor of the island at the time

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4. Jonathan has lived through two centuries, witnessing significant historical events

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5. In 2022, Jonathan was officially recognized by the Guinness World Records as the oldest known living land animal

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6. He is blind due to cataract and has lost his sense of smell

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7. Despite his age, Jonathan remains active and in good health, moving slowly around his enclosure

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8. Jonathan is fed a diet of fruits and vegetables, including carrots, lettuce, and cucumbers, as he is unable to graze due to his age-related blindness

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9. He has had several companions throughout his life, including a tortoise named Emma

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