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A giant tortoise being released on the Galápagos island of Floreana
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Giant tortoises return to Galápagos island after nearly 200 years

  • February 22, 2026

Giant tortoises are roaming the Galápagos island of Floreana for the first time in more than 180 years, in what conservationists have called a “hugely significant milestone”.

One hundred and fifty eight captive-bred juvenile tortoises were released on the island as part of the Floreana Ecological Restoration Project led by the Galápagos National Park Directorate.

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