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Leopard Tortoises for Sale – Stunning Shells, Long Lives & Gentle Souls
If you’re looking to add a showstopper tortoise to your setup — something calm, beautiful, and full of personality — the Leopard Tortoise (Stigmochelys pardalis) is the one. Known for its bold black and yellow shell markings that mimic the pattern of a leopard, this tortoise isn’t just a pet; it’s living artwork.
Here at Kingsman Exotic Reptiles, we offer captive-bred Leopard Tortoises for sale, raised under optimal conditions with a strong emphasis on health, diet, and socialization. Whether you’re a beginner reptile enthusiast or a seasoned tortoise keeper, this species is a low-maintenance, high-reward companion.
🌍 Quick Facts About Leopard Tortoises
Feature Details Scientific Name Stigmochelys pardalis Native Habitat Eastern & Southern Africa Adult Size 12–18 inches (some reaching 20+ inches) Lifespan 50–100 years in captivity Diet 100% herbivore – high-fiber grasses and greens Temperament Calm, peaceful, non-aggressive Leopard Tortoises are non-burrowing, non-destructive, and don’t wall-ram like sulcatas. This makes them perfect for both outdoor pens and large indoor enclosures.
📏 Size Options – Choose What Fits You Best
We offer Leopard Tortoises in various age and size brackets, so whether you’re looking to grow with your pet or want something already established, we’ve got you covered:
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Hatchlings (2–3”) – Perfect for bonding and long-term keepers
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Well-Started Juveniles (4–6”) – Stable, hardy, and great for beginners
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Sub-Adults (7–10”) – Less fragile, nearly full grown
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Adults (11”+) – Sexed and breeding-ready, rare availability
Every tortoise is hydrated daily, UVB-exposed, and raised on a calcium-rich diet to ensure a solid shell and healthy gut flora.
🥗 Diet & Nutrition
Leopard Tortoises are strict herbivores and require a high-fiber, low-protein diet to avoid shell deformities and internal issues. Here’s what a healthy menu looks like:
✅ Staple Diet:
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Orchard grass, Bermuda hay, Timothy hay
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Spring mix, dandelion greens, turnip tops
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Prickly pear cactus pads (spineless), mulberry leaves
🍉 Occasional Treats:
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Pumpkin, butternut squash, hibiscus flowers
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Very limited fruits like strawberries (1x/week)
🔔 No animal protein. No dog or cat food. That’s a shortcut to metabolic bone disease.
💊 Calcium + D3 powder should be dusted 3x per week to promote strong shell growth, especially for hatchlings and juveniles.
🏡 Enclosure Requirements – Indoor & Outdoor Options
One of the most rewarding things about Leopard Tortoises is how well they adapt to their environment — as long as you give them room and warmth.
Indoor Setup (for hatchlings to sub-adults):
Requirement Recommendation Size 4’x2’ minimum, 6’x3’ preferred Substrate Organic topsoil, coconut coir, or grass hay Temps 80–85°F ambient, 95°F basking area UVB Strong 10.0 UVB bulb for 12 hrs/day Humidity 50–60% (low humidity species, but avoid dry air for babies) Water Low, wide dish for soaking Outdoor Setup (ideal for adults):
If you live in a warmer region like Texas, Florida, or California (hey, I’m repping SoCal myself), you can build a secure outdoor pen with grazing area, shaded zones, and a warm hide.
Fencing tip: Leopard Tortoises can’t climb, but they can push. Use wooden barriers sunk 6” into the ground for peace of mind.
😍 Behavior & Temperament – Like a Grazing Dog in a Shell
Leopard Tortoises are super chill. They rarely hiss, never bite, and don’t bulldoze their enclosures. In fact, many keepers describe them as “living lawn ornaments” thanks to how calmly they graze and wander.
They recognize keepers, follow routines, and some even come when called — especially if you’re holding cactus pads. 😉
They’re ideal for:
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🧒 Families
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🏠 First-time reptile keepers
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🐢 Outdoor tortoise pen builders
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🎓 School or education setups
🧼 Health & Care
We only offer captive-bred Leopard Tortoises, which drastically reduces the risk of parasites or respiratory infections (a common issue with wild imports).
Each tortoise is:
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🧪 Dewormed prophylactically
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🔬 Health-checked before shipping
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📦 Packaged in insulated boxes with heat/cool packs
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✅ Backed by our Live Arrival Guarantee
Post-purchase support? Always available. We’re tortoise keepers ourselves — not just sellers.
🚚 Safe, Overnight Shipping – Nation Wide
We ship Monday through Wednesday via FedEx Priority Overnight, and we never risk the health of your tortoise. Your Leopard will arrive:
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In a heat-regulated, well-ventilated box
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With clear care instructions
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And most importantly — alive, alert, and ready to explore
🏆 Why Kingsman Exotic Reptiles?
Look, let’s not beat around the bush. You could buy a Leopard Tortoise from a wholesaler and roll the dice — or you could buy from someone who lives and breathes these animals.
Here’s the Kingsman difference:
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✅ Captive-Bred Only – Never wild caught
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💡 Raised with expert UVB, diet, and hydration regimens
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🔁 100% transparency on age, size, and care
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🗣️ Direct line support after your purchase
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📦 Professional shipping with guaranteed live arrival
We’re not just selling tortoises. We’re building lifelong connections between people and reptiles.
🛒 Ready to Add a Leopard Tortoise to Your Collection?
These beauties are in demand year-round, especially well-started juveniles. If you’re ready to start your journey with one of the most iconic tortoises in the reptile world, don’t wait.
👉 Click “Add to Cart” now to reserve your Leopard Tortoise for sale and start building your dream reptile setup today.
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