Shell life: is this the world's oldest pet tortoise?
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The pet tortoise of Archbishop William Laud has a long and distinguished history spanning more than 400 years<br>
Watch: World's oldest living land animal celebrates 191st birthday
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Jonathan the tortoise celebrates his 190th birthday : NPR
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Jonathan the Tortoise: World's oldest living land animal celebrates 191st birthday
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