chatham island giant tortoise (chelonoidis chathamensis) in Chelonoidis chathamensis inhabits dry coastal areas with sparse vegetation and rocky terrain.
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chatham island giant tortoise

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chelonoidis chathamensisESA Categories -reptiles

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    chatham island giant tortoise, san cristóbal giant tortoise

  • Regions

    Ecuador

  • Population

    Approximately 6,000 individuals

  • Habitat

    Chelonoidis chathamensis inhabits dry coastal areas with sparse vegetation and rocky terrain.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    500, and 100

Regions

Ecuador

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