Description
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 400kgs and 1.2m long. Their size is a result of islands gigantism, which occurs when animals are isolated on an island or islands.
Unfortunately, many subspecies of giant tortoise are classified as either vulnerable or endangered, while some are already extinct. In fact, the last remaining Pinta Island Giant Tortoise named Lonesome George passed away in 2012, officially categorising the subspecies as extinct. The worldwide population for giant tortoises, all subspecies included, is estimated to be around 20,000 individuals.
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 moulded by experts in order to assure life-like realism and scientific accuracy.
Age range: 3yrs+/ Dimensions:8 L x 4.45 W x 4.95 H cm
