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Aldabrachelys is the recognised genus for the Seychelles and Madagascan radiations of giant tortoises, including the Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea). The Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea), from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, is one of the largest tortoises in the world. In 1979, Curieuse and surrounding waters were declared the Curieuse Marine National Park in order to protect the native wildlife. Between 1978 and 1982, a conservation project relocated Aldabra giant tortoise from Aldabra to Curieuse. Today, it is the home of more than 300 Aldabra giant tortoise, some staying around the Ranger's Station and the rest roaming around elsewhere on the island.

Ivory Turtle. The Galapagos tortoise. The Galapagos Islands. Ecuador.

Galapagos tortoise on a stroll

Dome shaped Giant Tortoise ( Geochelone elephantopus ) on Santa Cruz in the Galapagos Archipelago, Pacific Ocean, Ecuador

Portrait of Galápagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) - the largest living species of tortoise, native to seven of the Galápagos Islands, a volcanic archipelago about 1000 km west of the Ecuadorian mainland. The image taken on Floreana island (Isla Floreana).

Close-up of the Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea) on the beach of the Aldabra Atoll Island in the Seychelles

Giant Galápagos Tortoise roaming freely on the archipelago with our interference through tourism or human settlements

Two Galápagos giant turtles (Chelonoidis nigra), these are the largest living species of tortoise of the world. Galapagos giant tortoises can weigh up to more than 400 kg and have a lifespan of up to 170 years. Wildlife shot.Close up of a Galápagos giant turtle (Chelonoidis nigra), these are the largest living species of tortoise of the world. Galapagos giant tortoises can weigh up to more than 400 kg and have a lifespan of up to 170 years. Wildlife shot.

Close up of an Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea)

The Galapagos tortoise is one of the most iconic species of the Galapagos Islands, drawing nature lovers, adventurers, and tourists alike. As the largest living tortoise species, these creatures symbolises the rich biodiversity and delicate ecosystems of the islands, making them a highlight of eco-tourism experiences.

Giant Galapagos Tortoise eating

Lonesome George, c. 1910 June 24, 2012, male Pinta Island tortoise, Chelonoidis niger abingdonii, and the last known individual of the subspecies. Pinta giant tortoise, Abingdon Island tortoise, or Abingdon Island giant tortoise. Galapagos Islands National Park, Charles Darwin Research Station. Santa Cruz Island.

Galapagos giant tortoise, chelonoidis nigra, endemic and endangered specie of Galapagos island.

Rancho El Manzanillo in Galapagos

Galapagos Animal wildlife nature photographer tourist photographing Galapagos Sea Lion in sand lying on beach on Gardner Bay Beach, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America.

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Giant tortoises (Geochelone elephantopus) at Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

The Galapagos tortoise is one of the most iconic species of the Galapagos Islands, drawing nature lovers, adventurers, and tourists alike. As the largest living tortoise species, these creatures symbolises the rich biodiversity and delicate ecosystems of the islands, making them a highlight of eco-tourism experiences.

Giant Galápagos Tortoise roaming freely on the archipelago with our interference through tourism or human settlements

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Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Aldabrachelys is the recognised genus for the Seychelles and Madagascan radiations of giant tortoises, including the Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea). The Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea), from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, is one of the largest tortoises in the world. In 1979, Curieuse and surrounding waters were declared the Curieuse Marine National Park in order to protect the native wildlife. Between 1978 and 1982, a conservation project relocated Aldabra giant tortoise from Aldabra to Curieuse. Today, it is the home of more than 300 Aldabra giant tortoise, some staying around the Ranger's Station and the rest roaming around elsewhere on the island.

Close up of a giant turtle in La Digue island, Seychelles

Galapagos tortoises are the largest of the tortoises, weighing up to 900 pounds. When sailors first visited the Galapagos Islands in the 17th century, there were 13 different subspecies of Galapagos tortoises. Unfortunately, several of these are now extinct.

Aldabra giant tortoise, Curieuse Marine National Park, Curieuse Island, Seychelles

Giant Turtles in La Digue Island, Seychelles.

African spurred tortoise / sulcata tortoise (Centrochelys sulcata / Testudo sulcata) native to Africa

Galapagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) - the largest living species of tortoise, Galapagos Islands National Park,Ecuador.

a cute desert tortoise in arizona

Close-up of two Aldabra tortoises feeding on grass

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