Aldabrachelys gigantea hololissa

Latin name	Observation Date	Location
Aldabrachelys gigantea hololissa	January 09 2025	The Digue, Seychelles

Hello to all the nature lovers who are part of this beautiful community. Today is my first time here and I hope to bring you a wonderful experience through my visit to the Seychelles Island, a fascinating destination that combines paradisiacal beaches with a rich biodiversity. Among the most important specimens of the island are the giant Seychelles tortoises.
Aldabra giant tortoises play a vital role in the Seychelles ecosystem. Feeding on a wide variety of plants, they disperse seeds over long distances, contributing to the regeneration of vegetation and the formation of the landscape. In addition, their droppings enrich the soil, promoting the growth of new plants.
These turtles are true giants, as adult males can weigh up to 250 kilograms and measure more than a metre in length, while females tend to be a little smaller, although to be honest I think the most surprising thing is their longevity, taking into account that they can live more than 200 years, making them one of the longest-lived animals on the planet.
In my case, I took the pictures in a hatchery where these valuable specimens are protected, guaranteeing the protection of their habitat. Despite their size and longevity, the giant tortoises of Seychelles face several threats such as habitat loss, as the expansion of human activities and climate change put their natural habitat at risk, including also the introduction of animals such as rats and cats that can prey on the eggs and babies of the turtles.

Here are some photos of the giant tortoises of Seychelles

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Photography	Aldabrachelys gigantea hololissa
Photographer	@alessvazz20

Link of original	Comunity
Link	https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/259483895
Latitude Longitude	Map
-4.679574	55.491977