Biology
New Giant Tortoise Found On the Galapagos Islands; Better Conservation Called For, Researchers Say
A new giant tortoise species, named the Eastern Santa Cruz Tortoise, was recently found in Galapagos. Now studies are helping researchers target conservation efforts that will help protect the animals and their natural habitats.
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