The tortoise is believed to be about 100 years old. It was taken by boat to the main Galapagos conservation center on Santa Cruz island. Conservationists in the Galapagos Islands have found a ...

Unfortunately, Goliath passed away in 2002 in Florida at a relatively young age, at least for tortoises, at 42 years old. It seems his death was due to natural causes. Galapagos tortoises, ...

Some 100,000 giant tortoises (Aldabrachelys gigantea) range across Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles. David Stanley from Nanaimo, Canada, CC BY 2.0 https ...

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 ...

WWF works to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife, collaborating with partners from local to global levels in nearly 100 countries. To register or if you have questions, ...

raise endangered giant tortoises in breeding centers to eventually be released into the wild. IGTOA, the International Galapagos Tour Operators Association, is a non-profit organization made up of ...

DNA analysis from giant tortoises in the Galapagos Islands shows that they possess several gene variants linked to DNA repair, immune response, and cancer suppression. These are highly desirable ...

“Visit a reserve or stay at a lodge in tortoise territory to maximize your opportunities.” The Galapagos are mostly all about animals, all the time—whether on land or in the water. You’ll ...

This undated handout photo provided by the Turtle Survival Alliance shows staff members and volunteers rescuing some of the thousands of endangered tortoises that were washed away from the ...