Glenford Canning

Galapagos Giant Tortoise (Chelonoidis niger) The Galápagos tortoise or Galápagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis niger) is a very large species of tortoise in the genus Chelonoidis (which also contains three smaller species from mainland South America). It is the largest living species of tortoise, and can weigh up to 417 kg (919 lb). They are