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Galápagos Tortoise
Chelonoidis niger
A giant island tortoise native to the Galápagos Islands, famous for long lifespan and large size.
Category
Reptile
Habitat
Island grassland
Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
80–100+ years; some live over 150 years
Size
Shell length up to 1.2 m; weight 150–250 kg or more
Scientific Name
Chelonoidis niger
About Galápagos Tortoise
A giant island tortoise native to the Galápagos Islands, famous for long lifespan and large size.
Fun Fact
Some Galápagos tortoises can live for more than 100 years.
Where Galápagos Tortoise Lives
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Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
, Ecuador