The adult female tortoise was found on the island of Fernandina in the west of the Pacific archipelago and is believed to be a Fernandina Giant Tortoise, also known as Chelonoidis phantasticus ...

A number of amazing creatures have fooled us into thinking they went extinct either millions of years ago or in modern times, only to be rediscovered.

Megachile pluto or Wallace's Giant Bee is the largest bee in ... Chelonoidis phantasticus (Fernandina Galápagos Tortoise) | Year of rediscovery: 2019 | Lost time: Over 100 years The Chelonoidis ...

However, he certainly was shocked to see giant tortoises so enormous that a person could ride atop them! These giant tortoises are some of the most iconic creatures in the Galapagos. The islands ...

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 ...

The group of sulcata tortoises became too big for their previous home at the Blue Planet Aquarium in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire A zoo in Leeds has welcomed five giant tortoises after they outgrew ...

Chunky Panday and his family recently escaped to the serene beaches of Seychelles for a rejuvenating vacation. Known for its crystal-clear waters and lush greenery, it proved to be the perfect ...

Many species face extinction, but conservation efforts have rediscovered eight “lost” species since 2017, offering hope for wildlife preservation. Images courtesy of Guinness World Records ...

In January, a rehabilitation center for critically endangered tortoises in southern Madagascar was severely impacted by heavy flooding caused by two cyclones. The rescue center hosts thousands of ...

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 ...

Nampally lake in Hyderabad's Public Gardens is drying up, endangering its aquatic life, including tortoises introduced two months ago. Due to sewage contamination and summer heat, most fish have ...