Overview
Galápagos giant tortoises are long-lived herbivores that influence vegetation and seed movement. Different island populations evolved distinct shell shapes and body proportions.
Physical characteristics
Length90–150 cm
Weight80.0–250.0 kg
Typical lifespan100 years
DietHerbivore
Habitat & distribution
Habitats
ForestDry ShrublandHighland Grassland
Range
South AmericaEcuadorGalápagos Islands
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