Giant Tortoise

The most famous resident of the Galapagos Islands is the Galapagos giant tortoise. The very word 'Galapagos' derives from an old Spanish word for tortoises!

The Galapagos green turtle is the only turtle species to breed and nest in the Archipelago, frequently spotted on snorkelling and boat trips.

The Galápagos tortoise or Galápagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis niger) is a very large species of tortoise in the genus Chelonoidis The species comprises 15 ...

Galápagos tortoises lead an uncomplicated life, grazing on grass, leaves, and cactus, basking in the sun, and resting for nearly 16 hours per day. A slow ...

This 100-year-old giant tortoise is the symbol of the Galapagos Islands & represents the importance of the preservation of species.

The giant tortoise is an iconic species from the Galápagos and is only found on these islands. They are the largest living tortoise in the world. Threats.

Giant Galapagos tortoises born in wet, humid islands like Santa Cruz are characterized by dome-shaped shells, which keep their heads low and limit their food ...