Our turtle friend El Gordo and her species have shell patterns that vary based on their geographic location and are able to withstand drought conditions and temperatures up to 100°F for extended periods of time. They also often serve as biological control of agricultural pests, especially insects. 

In the wild: Wild flowers, fruit, grasses, fish, worms, insects

At the Zoo: Greens, crickets, mealworms, fresh water turtle diet, mixed produce

Damp woodlands, terrestrial lowlands, clearings near water sources