Giant tortoises are divided into several subspecies based on their location. The most famous are the Galapagos giant tortoises, found on the Galapagos Islands, which include subspecies like the ...

It is one of 15 known species of giant tortoises in the Galapagos, at least two of which have already vanished. Any remaining Fernandina tortoises may be separated from each other by recent lave ...

A rare close-up photo of Jonathan, the 192-year-old Seychelles giant tortoise, has gone viral. The striking image highlights ...

Jonathan the world's oldest tortoise lives a peaceful life on the tropical island of St. Helena with three other giant tortoises.

Prolific Galapagos giant tortoise Diego is being released back into the wild after being credited by authorities with almost single handedly saving his species from extinction. The 100-year-old ...

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 ...

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 ...

The Galapagos Islands are about 600 miles off ... There are exhibits about the flora and fauna, as well as opportunities to see giant tortoises, baby tortoises and land iguanas.

Species like the Galápagos giant tortoises and land iguanas have shown good recovery due to conservation efforts, and there is hope for continued improvement. However, species such as the pink ...

There will be many opportunities to snorkel and dive, and catch a glimpse of creatures like giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies and marine iguanas. Four larger islands – Santa Cruz, Isabela ...