A tortoise believed to have been born nearly two centuries ago has received one of the highest honours from Guinness World Records.
Guinness World Records announced that Jonathan, the world’s oldest living land animal, has officially been named a Guinness World Records ICON, recognising his extraordinary longevity and place in history.
Jonathan, a Seychelles giant tortoise, is believed to have been born around 1832, making him approximately 194 years old.
He currently lives on the remote South Atlantic island of St Helena, where he has become both a local celebrity and a global symbol of endurance.
The recognition adds to an already remarkable list of records held by the tortoise. According to Guinness World Records, Jonathan is not only the oldest living land animal but also the oldest known chelonian, the reptile group that includes tortoises, turtles and terrapins, ever recorded.
