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Giant Tortoise Collection (#2)

The majestic giant tortoise, scientifically known as Geochelone elephantopus vandenburghi, is a fascinating creature found on Isla Sant Cruz in the Galapagos Islands

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Young Galapagos Giant Tortoise -Chelonoidis nigra- on an egg, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands

Young Galapagos Giant Tortoise -Chelonoidis nigra- on an egg, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Giant Tortoise -Chelonoidis nigra-, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Galapagos Giant Tortoise -Chelonoidis nigra-, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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Galapagos Giant Tortoise

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Galapagos Giant Tortoise

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Galapagos Giant Tortoise

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Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Galapagos Giant Tortoise

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Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Galapagos Giant Tortoise

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Galapagos Giant tortoise

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Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Turtles at tortuga bay

Turtles at tortuga bay

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Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Ecuador, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands National Park, Giant Tortoise (Geochelone

Ecuador, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands National Park, Giant Tortoise (Geochelone elephantopas) at The Tortoise Reserve

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Giant Tortoise (Geochelone elephantopus) Captive, Charles Darwin Research Center

Galapagos Giant Tortoise (Geochelone elephantopus) Captive, Charles Darwin Research Center, portrait, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Giant tortoise at the Charles Darwin Research Station

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Giant tortoise at the Charles Darwin Research Station, Galapagos National Park, Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz island)

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Giants Tortoise. Testudo Elephantopus Galapagoensis. Zoo of Prague

Galapagos Giants Tortoise. Testudo Elephantopus Galapagoensis. Zoo of Prague

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Illustration of Giant tortoise
Zoology - Reptiles - Tortoises - Giant tortoise - Art work by James Robins

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Side view of a huge Galapagos tortoise at Honolulu Zoo

Side view of a huge Galapagos tortoise at Honolulu Zoo

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Giant tortoise (Geochelone gigantea), side view

Giant tortoise (Geochelone gigantea), side view

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Iguana and giant tortoise, illustration

Iguana and giant tortoise, illustration

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Giant tortoise eating cactus, illustration

Giant tortoise eating cactus, illustration
Giant tortoise eating a cactus, illustration

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos tortoise C014 / 3054

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

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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

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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

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Geochelone elephantopus, giant tortoise

Geochelone elephantopus, giant tortoise

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Testudo abingdonii, Galapagos Islands

Testudo abingdonii, Galapagos Islands
Illustration (p.397) from Charles Darwins Journal of Researches, first illustrated edition 1890

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Geochelone carbonaria, red-footed tortoise

Geochelone carbonaria, red-footed tortoise

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Spouth America, Galapagos Islands. Giant tortoise (Geochelone elephantopus)

Spouth America, Galapagos Islands. Giant tortoise (Geochelone elephantopus)

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Giant Tortoise - Saddleback form female (Geochelone elephantophus hoodensis)

Galapagos Giant Tortoise - Saddleback form female (Geochelone elephantophus hoodensis). Charlse Darwin Research Station. Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island. Galapagos Islands. ECUADOR. South America

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Giant tortoise foot, at the Charles Darwin Research Station

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Giant tortoise foot, at the Charles Darwin Research Station, Galapagos National Park, Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz island)

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Giant tortoise Diego at the Charles Darwin Research Station

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Giant tortoise Diego at the Charles Darwin Research Station, Galapagos National Park, Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz island)

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Giant tortoise (Hesperotestudo sp.). Artists impression of a giant tortoise drinking from a lake. This animal lived during the Pliocene period, 5.4 to 2.4 million years ago

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos giant tortoises mating

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

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Old Sail ships Galapagos Island Isabela

Old Sail ships Galapagos Island Isabela
" Albemarle Island" (now Isabela) hand coloured engraving by Huyot and Bepard facing page 520 in All Around the World published in 1872 by William Collins & Son

Background imageGiant Tortoise Collection: Galapagos giant tortoise and sail ship

Galapagos giant tortoise and sail ship
Sail boat visiting Galapagos (Daphne Major island in background) and Giant tortoise, photo composite. The Galapagos was visited by Charles Darwin in his Beagle voyages




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The majestic giant tortoise, scientifically known as Geochelone elephantopus vandenburghi, is a fascinating creature found on Isla Sant Cruz in the Galapagos Islands. These gentle giants have captured the attention of many, including Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild (1868-1937), who was captivated by their beauty and uniqueness. In 1898, C. M. Harris was seen tending to 29 live Galapagos Tortoises, showcasing the dedication towards preserving these magnificent creatures. One of the most intriguing aspects of these tortoises is their thermoregulation abilities that allow them to adapt to different climates on the islands. Not limited to just one location, another species called Aldabra giant Seychelles tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea) can be found in Anse Takamaka on Mahe Island. Their presence adds even more wonder and diversity to this already captivating family. Visitors at the Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado are often left awestruck when encountering a Giant tortoise from Geochelone nigra species. The head alone showcases its ancient wisdom and resilience against time's passage. Even beyond the Galapagos Islands or Seychelles, giant tortoises continue to amaze people worldwide. On Prison Island in Zanzibar, Tanzania, an impressive specimen captures attention with its sheer size and grandeur - a true marvel of nature. At Tring Park, lucky observers witness firsthand how these incredible creatures are fed and cared for by dedicated individuals who understand their needs deeply. Throughout history, artists have been inspired by these magnificent beings too. Les Chersites engraving portrays their gracefulness through intricate details that bring them to life on paper. The bond between humans and giant tortoises is evident in heartwarming moments like when a small girl named Betty holds out a stick with an apple attached at one end, playfully leading the tortoise towards a delicious treat.