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TIL the oldest living land animal is Jonathan the Tortoise at 191 years old. He's resided on the remote island of Saint Helena since 1882. Although he's lost his sight & sense of smell, he spends his days roaming the grounds of the Governor’s house with his 3 giant tortoise pals: Emma, David, & Fred

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