Galápagos giant tortoises are known for reaching impressive sizes. One such reptile's massive measurements blew even his brethren out of the water.

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 ...

They survive extreme conditions too — it's not out of the ordinary to see one going without food or water for months. The giant tortoise is one of the largest tortoise species in the world, with ...

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 ...

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 ...