One rises above them all when talking sheer mass: the Galápagos giant tortoise. Thought to have migrated to the area from South America 2 to 3 million years prior, these often sociable reptiles ...

Jonathan the Seychelles giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea hololissa) was born. Although his exact birthdate is unknown, ...

There are more tortoises than humans on this UNESCO World Heritage Site – in fact, it’s home to the largest wild Aldabra giant tortoise population in the world Esmeralda is a rather remarkable ...

Alagba, Nigeria's royal tortoise alleged to be the oldest in Africa, lived to the estimated age of 344 before its death on ...

Like Tiptoe, a Giant Tortoise who had to be carefully moved when it looked like the worst was about to happen. We can only imagine how scary things were for Tiptoe's owner, Caitlin. Moving a Giant ...

Biodiversity seemed doomed. NGM Maps But then the country experienced a shift in conservation consciousness—and the giant Aldabra tortoises are among its most visible signs. These massive ...

There are now over 2,000 of them on Española Island. The giant tortoises are known for their long, leathery necks and lifespans of over 100 years A group of giant tortoises who have lived in ...

The giant tortoise is one of the largest tortoise species in the world, with individuals weighing up to 900 pounds and measuring over 5 feet in length. Their thick, dome-shaped shells act as natural ...

Fernandina is the archipelago’s youngest and most volcanically active isle, and scientists hypothesize that giant tortoise populations declined following centuries of eruptions. After four grueling ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: On the way to the ranch, observe giant tortoises harmoniously coexisting with cows. Upon arrival, savor a traditional Galapagos coffee with lemongrass. Also, seize the ...

The giant tortoise is one of the largest tortoise species in the world, with individuals weighing up to 900 pounds and measuring over 5 feet in length. Their thick, dome-shaped shells act as ...