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Galápagos Giant Tortoises
The Galápagos giant tortoise is among the world’s largest tortoises—it can weigh more than 500 pounds (227 kilograms)! When faced with danger, a tortoise draws its legs inside its shell for protection (lower left). The shell itself is made of bone (lower right).
More About Galápagos Giant Tortoises
Animals and Plants of the Galápagos
Explore the native ecoregion and habitat of the Galápagos giant tortoise.
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