Geochelone Nigra Collection

Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra porteri) feeding on grass, Santa Cruz Highlands, Galapagos

Floreana giant tortoise hybrid descendant (Chelonoidis elephantopus), Fausto Llerena Giant Trotoise Breeding Centre, Galapagos National park Directorate, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Western Santa Cruz giant tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) portrait, Highlands, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

White-cheeked pintails (Anas bahamensis) with Western Santa Cruz tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) at pond, Santa Cruz, Galapagos

Galapagos giant tortoise (Geochelone nigra porteri), Cerro El Chato, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands

Floreana giant tortoise hybrid descendants (Chelonoidis elephantopus) feeding on flower. These are descendants of the extinct Floreana giant tortoise, but are hybridised with other species

Western Santa Cruz giant tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) portrait, Highlands, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Galapagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) portrait, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Endangered

Santa Cruz giant-tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) covered in mud, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Isalnds. Critically endangered

Group of Santa Cruz giant-tortoises (Chelonoidis porteri) wallowing in mud, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. Critically endangered

Alcedo Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra vandenburghi) group wallowing in mud, Alcedo Volcan, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Floreana giant tortoise hybrid descendants (Chelonoidis elephantopus) feeding on flower. These are descendants of the extinct Floreana giant tortoise, but are hybridised with other species

Western Santa Cruz / Indefatigable Island giant tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) feeding, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Critically endangered

Alcedo Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra vandenburghi) walking, Alcedo Volcan, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Young Galapagos Giant Tortoise -Chelonoidis nigra- on an egg, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Galapagos Giant Tortoise -Chelonoidis nigra-, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Galapagos Giant Tortoise (Geochelone elephantopus) Captive, Charles Darwin Research Center, portrait, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Giant tortoise at the Charles Darwin Research Station, Galapagos National Park, Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz island)

Giant tortoise on Prison Island, Tanzania. January 12th, 1998

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Giant tortoise foot, at the Charles Darwin Research Station, Galapagos National Park, Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz island)

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Giant tortoise Diego at the Charles Darwin Research Station, Galapagos National Park, Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz island)

Giant tortoise (Geochelone nigra) at the Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado, tortoise breeding center, Isla San Cristobal (San Cristobal Island), Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador

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"Discover the Majestic Geochelone nigra: Guardians of the Galapagos Islands" In the lush Santa Cruz Highlands, a Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra porteri) peacefully grazes on tender grass, showcasing its gentle nature and impressive size. These magnificent creatures are known as Giant Tortoises (Geochelone nigra), an iconic species that has become synonymous with the Galapagos Islands. At the Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado, we encounter another awe-inspiring individual - a Galapagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra). Its ancient eyes hold stories of survival and adaptation in this unique ecosystem. Sadly, these remarkable giants are classified as endangered due to habitat loss and human activities. On Floreana Island, descendants of Floreana giant tortoises hybridize with other species like Chelonoidis elephantopus. These hybrids serve as a reminder of how interconnected life is on these islands and highlight ongoing conservation efforts to preserve their genetic diversity. Moving towards Western Santa Cruz Island, we meet a portrait-worthy Western Santa Cruz giant tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) amidst the enchanting highlands. Covered in mud from wallowing in puddles, it showcases its resilience against adversity. This particular subspecies is critically endangered due to invasive species introduction and habitat destruction. Witnessing a group of Santa Cruz giant-tortoises wallowing together brings joy but also reminds us of their critical status within the fragile ecosystem. As they share space with White-cheeked pintails (Anas bahamensis), it becomes evident that protecting one species often means safeguarding others too. Cerro El Chato reveals yet another breathtaking sight - a Galapagos giant tortoise majestically roaming through its natural habitat. The serenity captured here highlights both their importance as keystone species and our responsibility to ensure their survival.