An Arizona driver recently called 911 about a fellow traveler going slow enough along Interstate 10 that it was an emergency.

One rises above them all when talking sheer mass: the Galápagos giant tortoise. Thought to have migrated to the area from South America 2 to 3 million years prior, these often sociable reptiles ...

Reptiles have existed for millions of years, demonstrating remarkable resilience and adaptations. The seven largest reptiles ...

Biodiversity seemed doomed. NGM Maps But then the country experienced a shift in conservation consciousness—and the giant Aldabra tortoises are among its most visible signs. These massive ...

A zoo in Leeds has welcomed five giant tortoises after they outgrew their previous home. The group of sulcata tortoises, also known as African spurred tortoises, has moved from the Blue Planet ...

There are more tortoises than humans on this UNESCO World Heritage Site – in fact, it’s home to the largest wild Aldabra giant tortoise population in the world Esmeralda is a rather remarkable ...

Young sulcata tortoises are aggressive, which only encourages their solitary lifestyles. The sulcata is the largest mainland tortoise, growing up to 30 inches long and weighing up to 200 pounds.

The different species vary in size, with the largest being the Burmese mountain tortoise (also known as the Asian brown tortoise). It reaches up to 60cm in length and weighs up to 20-37kg. Most Asian ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: On the way to the ranch, observe giant tortoises harmoniously coexisting with cows. Upon arrival, savor a traditional Galapagos coffee with lemongrass. Also, seize the ...