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Galapagos TortoiseGeochelone elephantopus 
HabitatFound on the galapagos island, off the coast of south america.
DescriptionA very large species which may reach a carapace length of 122 cm. and weight of 227 kg. on the larger islands. The populations may be divided roughly into two groups. Those from the smaller, drier islands tend to be smaller and have 'saddleback' carapaces above the neck allowing the tortoises to reach up and browse on the taller vegetation and longer, thinner limbs. Conversely those from the larger, wetter islands are larger with dome-shaped shells.
Threats ToOriginally hunted for food by sailors, presently suffering loss of habitat due to agriculture. |
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