Tortoises are known for their remarkable longevity, with lifespans varying significantly by species. In general, most tortoise species live between 50 and 150 years, with some giant tortoises capable of surpassing 200 years. For example:

• The Aldabra giant tortoise can live over 150 years, with some individuals reaching more than 250 years.
• The Sulcata tortoise (African spurred tortoise) typically lives 50 to 150 years.
• Leopard tortoises usually live 50 to 100 years.
• Hermann's tortoise can live 70 to 100 years.
• Red-footed tortoises have shorter lifespans, around 25 to 50 years.
• Some smaller species, like the impressed tortoise, may live only about 7 years.

In captivity, tortoises often live longer than in the wild due to regular food supply, absence of predators, and veterinary care. Proper care can help many tortoise species live well over 50 years, with some reaching or exceeding a century

. Thus, while lifespans vary, tortoises generally live several decades to over a century, making them one of the longest-living animal groups on Earth.