Tortoise Collection (page 11)

Maui Hawaii Usa; Green Sea Turtle Cleaning Station

Similan Islands Thailand; Scuba Diver Over A Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys Imbricata) And Angelfish

Swimming Sea Turtle

Giant tortoise, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Giant tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) are the largest living species of tortoise that can grow up to 880 pounds and reach more than 6 feet in length; Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Reptiles
A wide variety of reptiles including snakes, crocodiles, tortoises, frogs and toads. Date: 1930

Advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Edwardian jewellery
Selection of novelty jewellery inspired my nature. Date: 1901

WW1 - Italian Propaganda - The Tortoise and the Hare
WW1 - Italian Propaganda postcard - re-telling of the story of the tortoise (The Allies) and the hare (The Central Powers) striving to be the first to gain Victory. Date: circa 1916

Giant tortoise being fed at Tring Park
In 1897 Walter Rothschild despatched explorer Charles Harris to the Galapagos islands to collect a large number of giant tortoises

Saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis vosmaeri, Testudo Indica Vosmaer.. Recently extinct species of tortoise. Last recorded in 1800 in Mauritius

Hindu concept of the universe, showing it encircled by a serpent, the symbol of eternity. Mount Meru represents paradise, earth

The yellow-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis denticulata)
Antique illustration of a yellow-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis denticulata), also known as the Brazilian giant tortoise

Platoon of Soldiers formed into a testudo (tortoise), used as protection, head and shoulders covered with their shields allowing safer advance

The Giant Tortoise
The Galapagos tortoise are the largest living species of tortoise. Modern Galapagos tortoises can weigh up to 417 kg (919 lb)

Quentin Pierre Chedel after Jean-Baptiste Oudry (French, 1705 1763 ), Le corbeau, la gazelle, la tortue et le rat (The Crow, the Gazelle, the Tortoise, and, published 1759, hand colored etching

Red-eared Slider Turtles (Trachemys scripta elegans)

Tanzania-Zanzibar-Enivironment-Turtles
One of the 157 giant turtles of the Prison Island Park eats 13 November 2003 some vegetables pushed by the warden trough the holes of the fence in the park in the island off the Zanzibar Capitol

Siena, Italy - Contrada - Tartuca (Tortoise)
Standard bearer of the Contrada of Tartuca (Tortoise), Siena, Italy. At birth you become a member of one of the 17 Contrade (Districts) and your life revolves around your Contrada

Schoolgirls with their pets at school. 1939

Picture No. 10895922
Hermann's tortoise (Testudo hermanni) Date:

Picture No. 10901754
Tortoise with zimmer frame Date:

Kappa, a mischievous water imp of Japanese folklore, part tortoise, part monkey
JAPANESE FOLKLORE: KAPPA. Kappa, a mischievous water imp of Japanese folklore, part tortoise, part monkey

CHINA: ORACLE SHELL. A tortoise shell inscribed with Chinese characters during a divination ritual, Shang dynasty (c1766-1122 B.C.)

Sailing unknown seas in the Age of Discovery
Navigating the Sea of Darkness. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction

Galapagos tortoises. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Holy stone turtle, Karakorum, Mongolia
One of the two famous holy stone tortoises or turtles at Karakorum, Mongolia, not far from the walls of the Erdene Zuu monastery

Desert Tortoise - Arizona - Eating fruit of pricky pear cactus - A completely terrestrial desert species requiring firm
CAN-3052 Desert Tortoise - eating fruit of pricky pear cactus Arizona, USA Gopherus agassizii A completely terrestrial desert species requiring firm ground for construction of burrows

Red-footed tortoise (Geochelone carbonaria) moving, side view

Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea), close-up of a tortoise head, mouth wide open and tongue sticking out

Galapagos Islands, A giant tortoise after which the Galapagos islands were named

Zambia, North Luangwa National Park. Safari Guide & owner of Kutandala Camp, Rod Tether. Zambia, North Luangwa National Park. Safari Guide & owner of Kutandala Camp, Rod Tether

Picture No. 11991635
Reptile. Giant Tortoise selfie, captive, Zanzibar Date:

Picture No. 11991629
Reptile. Giant Tortoise selfie, captive, Zanzibar Date:

Picture No. 11980903
Tortoise beetle, Chrysomelidae, Rio Claro Reserve, Reserva Natural Canon del Rio Claro, Antioquia, Colombia Tortoise beetle, Chrysomelidae, Rio Claro Reserve, Reserva Natural Can del Ru Claro

Corgi dog and tortoise in a garden
Unusual Friends - Corgi dog and tortoise in a garden. 1950s

Kitten and tortoise with bowl
Unusual Friends - kitten and tortoise with bowl. 1950s

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In the enchanting world of tortoises, Hermann's Tortoise reigns supreme. As captured in Elspeth Phelps' iconic 1920 advertisement, these majestic creatures have captivated hearts for centuries. Just like the timeless tale of the Tortoise and Hare (Fol), their slow and steady nature has become a symbol of perseverance. But Hermann's Tortoise is not alone in this vast kingdom. Horsefield's Tortoise stands tall as another beloved member of this ancient lineage. Found in the highlands of Floreana Island within the Galapagos Islands, Giant Tortoises awe with their sheer size and grace. Venturing to Pantanal, Brazil, we encounter the vibrant Red-footed Tortoise. Its colorful shell blends harmoniously with its surroundings, showcasing Mother Nature's artistic touch. Picture No. 10901761 captures this beauty perfectly. Feeding on lettuce with utmost delight, Hermann's Tortoise reminds us that even small pleasures can bring immense joy. And when paired with a Dwarf Rabbit, an unexpected friendship blossoms before our eyes - a testament to unity amidst diversity. The Spur-thighed Tortoise adds its unique charm to this diverse family tree of reptiles from 1913 onwards. Each species holds its own allure and contributes to Earth's rich biodiversity. Traveling across continents brings us to Arizona, USA where we meet the Desert Tortoise WAT 4915 - Gopherus agassizii © M. Watson / ARDEA LONDON - basking under the warm desert sun. This resilient creature embodies survival against all odds. As we delve into these captivating glimpses into tortoises' lives through time and space, one thing becomes clear: they are more than just animals; they are living relics embodying resilience and wisdom passed down through generations. So let us cherish these magnificent beings who have witnessed history unfold before their ancient eyes.