Species of giant tortoise discovered in Galapagos

We have already met Jonathon, World’s oldest living tortoise. Now, different species of giant tortoise are discovered in Galapagos islands in the pacific ocean. Scientists took the DNA samples of the animals living on the San Cristobal island of the Galapagos. They found that these animals are unknown to the mankind.

Species of giant tortoise

The giant tortoises belong to the species called Chelonoidis Chathamensis. The new species of giant tortoise were believed to be extinct since the beginning of the 20th century.

Scientists will try to recover DNA from tortoise bones in museums and match them with the new species. Further studies of the species will decide the name of the species.

The Galapagos Islands is a UNESCO World Heritage site because of the huge amount of wildlife and biological diversity. Many unique species of animals are found on these islands.

Watch this video of the giant tortoise posted by @pattrn on Twitter:

A new species of Giant Tortoise has been discovered in the Galapagos. 🐢

The tortoise had previously been classified as another species but DNA testing and research of bones and shells collected in 1906 proved it is a variety that had never been recorded. pic.twitter.com/E8eJek9lfJ

— Pattrn (@pattrn) March 16, 2022

Isn’t it interesting? Have you ever seen such a giant tortosie? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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