Aldabra Tortoise Pictures, Images and Stock Photos

Aldabrachelys is the recognised genus for the Seychelles and Madagascan radiations of giant tortoises, including the Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea). The Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea), from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, is one of the largest tortoises in the world. In 1979, Curieuse and surrounding waters were declared the Curieuse Marine National Park in order to protect the native wildlife. Between 1978 and 1982, a conservation project relocated Aldabra giant tortoise from Aldabra to Curieuse. Today, it is the home of more than 300 Aldabra giant tortoise, some staying around the Ranger's Station and the rest roaming around elsewhere on the island.

Aldabra giant tortoise on sand beach. Close-up view of turtle in Seychelles."n

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Aldabra Giant Tortoise at tropical island in Seychelles

Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea).

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Young Aldabra Giant Tortoise.The Aldabra Giant Tortoise (Geochelone gigantea) are one of the largest species of tortoise in the world. They originate from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles.

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Selective focus picture of Aldabra Giant Tortoise eating vegetables at its own place.

Aldabra giant tortoise Aldabrachelys gigantea, endemic to the Seychelles, in La Vanille Nature Park, Savanne, Mauritius

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Seychelles Giant Tortoise on Curieuse Island, Seychelles

Aldabrachelys is the recognised genus for the Seychelles and Madagascan radiations of giant tortoises, including the Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea). The Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea), from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, is one of the largest tortoises in the world. In 1979, Curieuse and surrounding waters were declared the Curieuse Marine National Park in order to protect the native wildlife. Between 1978 and 1982, a conservation project relocated Aldabra giant tortoise from Aldabra to Curieuse. Today, it is the home of more than 300 Aldabra giant tortoise, some staying around the Ranger's Station and the rest roaming around elsewhere on the island.

group of giant tortoises in pond at aldabra atoll

A large giant tortoise with its enormous size native and unique to the Galapagos Islands

Giant Aldabra tortoises of Seychelles, in the botanical garden, they can leave up to 250 years old, a Male can weight up to 250kg and a female 150 kg

Close up of an Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea)

The Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa. It's home to numerous beaches, coral reefs and nature reserves, as well as rare animals such as giant Aldabra tortoises.

Aldabrachelys is the recognised genus for the Seychelles and Madagascan radiations of giant tortoises, including the Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea). The Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea), from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, is one of the largest tortoises in the world. In 1979, Curieuse and surrounding waters were declared the Curieuse Marine National Park in order to protect the native wildlife. Between 1978 and 1982, a conservation project relocated Aldabra giant tortoise from Aldabra to Curieuse. Today, it is the home of more than 300 Aldabra giant tortoise, some staying around the Ranger's Station and the rest roaming around elsewhere on the island.

Side view of a young man caressing the giant turtle Aldabra between the leaves

The Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa. It's home to numerous beaches, coral reefs and nature reserves, as well as rare animals such as giant Aldabra tortoises.

swimming with a sea turtle in the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean

Curieuse Island is the fifth largest island in Seychelles and situated in the north of Praslin island. Tourists visit the island with tour boats and they enjoy swimming at Anse St Jose. The island has the largest free ranging Aldabra Giant Tortoises with a population of over 300 tortoises. A number of endemic and native plant species can be found on this island.

Aldabrachelys gigantea is one of the largest tortoises in the world with a carapace length of 90-140 cm, with a body weight of 160-250 kg.

The Aldabra Giant Tortoise walking at the beach of Curieuse Island, Seychelles, Indian Ocean, Africa.

Aldabrachelys is the recognised genus for the Seychelles and Madagascan radiations of giant tortoises, including the Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea). The Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea), from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, is one of the largest tortoises in the world. In 1979, Curieuse and surrounding waters were declared the Curieuse Marine National Park in order to protect the native wildlife. Between 1978 and 1982, a conservation project relocated Aldabra giant tortoise from Aldabra to Curieuse. Today, it is the home of more than 300 Aldabra giant tortoise, some staying around the Ranger's Station and the rest roaming around elsewhere on the island.

Aldabrachelys is the recognised genus for the Seychelles and Madagascan radiations of giant tortoises, including the Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea). The Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea), from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, is one of the largest tortoises in the world. In 1979, Curieuse and surrounding waters were declared the Curieuse Marine National Park in order to protect the native wildlife. Between 1978 and 1982, a conservation project relocated Aldabra giant tortoise from Aldabra to Curieuse. Today, it is the home of more than 300 Aldabra giant tortoise, some staying around the Ranger's Station and the rest roaming around elsewhere on the island.

Seychelles Giant Tortoise on La Digue Island, Seychelles

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Giant grey tortoise standing on Rodrigues island

Aldabrachelys is the recognised genus for the Seychelles and Madagascan radiations of giant tortoises, including the Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea). The Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea), from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, is one of the largest tortoises in the world. In 1979, Curieuse and surrounding waters were declared the Curieuse Marine National Park in order to protect the native wildlife. Between 1978 and 1982, a conservation project relocated Aldabra giant tortoise from Aldabra to Curieuse. Today, it is the home of more than 300 Aldabra giant tortoise, some staying around the Ranger's Station and the rest roaming around elsewhere on the island.

Giant Aldabra tortoise in the Seychelles

The Aldabra Giant Tortoise (Geochelone gigantea), from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, is one of the largest tortoises in the world.

Aldabra giant tortoise on sand beach. Close-up of large turtle in Seychelles."n

The Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa. It's home to numerous beaches, coral reefs and nature reserves, as well as rare animals such as giant Aldabra tortoises.

Attractive woman feeding the Seychelles Giant Tortoise on La Digue Island, Seychelles

Giant grey tortoise standing on tropical island, the background of palm trees

Aldabrachelys is the recognised genus for the Seychelles and Madagascan radiations of giant tortoises, including the Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea). The Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea), from the islands of the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, is one of the largest tortoises in the world. In 1979, Curieuse and surrounding waters were declared the Curieuse Marine National Park in order to protect the native wildlife. Between 1978 and 1982, a conservation project relocated Aldabra giant tortoise from Aldabra to Curieuse. Today, it is the home of more than 300 Aldabra giant tortoise, some staying around the Ranger's Station and the rest roaming around elsewhere on the island.

Aldabra Giant Tortoise (Dipsochelys gigantea) is the last surviving giant tortoise species, which once inhabited some islands of the Indian Ocean. The carapace reaches around 120 cm in length and about 250 kg. The tortoise can live over 100 years. The Aldabra of Mauritius are derived from grandparent stock imported from the Seychelles in the 1880s.

Aldabra giant tortoise, Curieuse Marine National Park, Curieuse Island, Seychelles

Aldabra Giant Tortoise (Dipsochelys gigantea) is the last surviving giant tortoise species, which once inhabited some islands of the Indian Ocean. The carapace reaches around 120 cm in length and about 250 kg. The tortoise can live over 100 years. The Aldabra of Mauritius are derived from grandparent stock imported from the Seychelles in the 1880s.

Aldabra giant tortoise, Curieuse Marine National Park, Curieuse Island, Seychelles

Aldabra Giant Tortoise at tropical island in Seychelles

Attractive woman feeding the Seychelles Giant Tortoise on La Digue Island, Seychelles

View of Aldabra giant tortoise at Seychelles

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