This way the tortoise can dig deep burrows for their eggs. The female tortoise has a long prereproductive period. The first reproductive period is between 12-25 years . The animal size is more important than the age. 185mm is the capable length for the first reproductive period.
Adults continue to reproduce throughout their lives.
In an area on the under section of the shell, there is a gular horn. This is elongated in males and serves as a weapon used to fend off other males during the mating season. The mating season of the tortoise is in the springtime. This is when the plant growth is abundant. The young tortoises hatch in mid-August through October.