Giant Tortoise - 272529

Found predominantly on the Aldabra Atoll and Galapagos islands, the giant tortoise is a large member of the Testudines order that can grow to be over 900 pounds and 4 feet long. Their size is a result of islands gigantism, which occurs when animals are isolated on an island or islands. History: Unfortunately, many subspecies of giant tortoise are classified as either vulnerable or endangered, while some are already extinct. In fact, last remaining Pinta Island Giant Tortoise named Lonesome George passed away in 2012, officially categorizing the subspecies as extinct. Scientific Name: Family Testudinidae Characteristics: Giant tortoises can live to be over 100 years old, so expect to have this enormous friend around for a long time! Like all Safari figurines, our giant tortoise toy model is hand painted and molded by experts in order to assure life-like realism and scientific accuracy. Size: 3 inches long and 2 inches tall.