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Galapagos Tortoise (Geochelone elephantophus)


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Galapagos Tortoise (Geochelone elephantophus) * Family: Testudinidae, * Genus: Geochelone, * Species: G. nigra, * Class: Sauropsida, * Type: Reptile, * Diet: Herbivore, * Average lifespan in the wild: 100 years+, * Size: 4 ft (1.2 m), * Weight: 475 lbs (215 kg), * Protection status: Endangered, ** Did you know? Today the 3000 to 5000 tortoises that live on Volcano Alcedo on Isabela Island are the largest group of giant tortoises in the Galapagos. *** They are also the world's largest tortoises, with some specimens exceeding 5 feet (1.5 meters) in length and reaching 550 pounds (250 kilograms). More info: en.wikipedia.org or animals.nationalgeographic.com or www.thebigzoo.com


Publicerad av reptinet 2011-06-16 21:13:43





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