Chelonoidis Elephantopus Collection

Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra porteri) feeding on grass, Santa Cruz Highlands, Galapagos

Floreana giant tortoise hybrid descendant (Chelonoidis elephantopus), Fausto Llerena Giant Trotoise Breeding Centre, Galapagos National park Directorate, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Western Santa Cruz giant tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) portrait, Highlands, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

White-cheeked pintails (Anas bahamensis) with Western Santa Cruz tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) at pond, Santa Cruz, Galapagos

Galapagos giant tortoise (Geochelone nigra porteri), Cerro El Chato, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands

Floreana giant tortoise hybrid descendants (Chelonoidis elephantopus) feeding on flower. These are descendants of the extinct Floreana giant tortoise, but are hybridised with other species

Galapagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) portrait, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Endangered

Santa Cruz giant-tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) covered in mud, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Isalnds. Critically endangered

Group of Santa Cruz giant-tortoises (Chelonoidis porteri) wallowing in mud, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. Critically endangered

Alcedo Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra vandenburghi) group wallowing in mud, Alcedo Volcan, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Western Santa Cruz / Indefatigable Island giant tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) feeding, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Critically endangered

Alcedo Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra vandenburghi) walking, Alcedo Volcan, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Galapagos tortoise C014 / 3054
Galapagos tortoise. The Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) is the largest living species of tortoise and the 10th heaviest reptiles on Earth

Galapagos tortoise C014 / 3055
Galapagos tortoise. The Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) is the largest living species of tortoise and the 10th heaviest reptiles on Earth

Galapagos tortoise eating C013 / 7489
Galapagos tortoise eating. The Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) is the largest living species of tortoise and the 10th heaviest reptiles on Earth

Galapagos giant tortoises mating
Galapagos giant tortoises (Chelonoidis nigra) mating. Photographed on Mauritius, in the Indian Ocean

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"Discovering the Majestic Chelonoidis Elephantopus: A Tale of Galapagos Tortoises" In the lush Santa Cruz Highlands, a Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra porteri) peacefully grazes on tender grass. These gentle giants, found only in the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador, are an endangered species. A magnificent Galapagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra), native to Santa Cruz Island, poses for a portrait. Its ancient features and wise eyes tell tales of survival and resilience amidst changing environments. Meet the Floreana giant tortoise hybrid descendant (Chelonoidis elephantopus), a unique blend of species that showcases nature's remarkable ability to adapt. Their presence is a testament to the ongoing evolution within these enchanted islands. Captured against a backdrop of scenic Western Santa Cruz Highlands, another member of the Western Santa Cruz giant tortoise family (Chelonoidis porteri) reveals its captivating beauty through an intimate portrait. Sadly, this subspecies is critically endangered due to habitat loss and human activities. Covered in mud from head to toe, a brave Santa Cruz giant-tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) finds solace in Galapagos National Park. This sight reminds us of their desperate struggle for survival and emphasizes our responsibility towards conservation efforts. Witnessing a group of mud-covered Santa Cruz giant-tortoises wallowing together evokes both awe and concern. As critically endangered creatures, they symbolize the fragility of our planet's biodiversity and remind us that every individual counts. Sharing their habitat with White-cheeked pintails (Anas bahamensis), Western Santa Cruz tortoises demonstrate harmonious coexistence between different species within these extraordinary ecosystems. Such interactions highlight nature's delicate balance at play. Climbing Cerro El Chato on Santa Cruz Island unveils yet another wonder.