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Adelaide Zoo Hatch Endangered Western Swamp Tortoises

Western Swamp Tortoise Hatchlings Adelaide Zoo

Adelaide Zoo have introduced a number of endangered western swamp tortoises which recently hatched at the zoo.

Published April 14, 2022
Categorized as Animal News & Updates Tagged adelaide zoo, reptiles, tortoise, western, western swamp tortoise, zoos sa

Rescued Tortoises Join the Oakland Zoo Family

Rescued Tortoises at Oakland Zoo

A pair of Aldabra giant tortoises rescued from the illegal wildlife trade have found a forever home at the Oakland Zoo.

Published March 10, 2022
Categorized as Animal News & Updates Tagged aldabra giant tortoise, oakland zoo, reptiles, tortoise

World Famous Tortoise, Hugo Turns 71, Eats Cake

Hugo the Galapagos Giant Tortoise Birthday

Hugo the Galapagos giant tortoise has celebrated his 71st birthday at the Australian Reptile Park with a specially made cake.

Published December 16, 2021
Categorized as Animal News & Updates Tagged australian reptile park, galapagos giant tortoise, hugo, reptiles, tortoise

Zoo Animals Around the World Celebrate Halloween

Halloween at the Zoo

Animals from zoos around the world including tortoises, tigers and giraffe have received some spooky themed enrichment.

Published October 31, 2021
Categorized as Animal News & Updates Tagged australian reptile park, halloween, mammals, reptiles, tiger, tortoise, zsl london zoo

Tortoises Race to their New Home at ZSL London Zoo

Galapagos Giant Tortoises Move Home at ZSL London Zoo

The Galapagos giant tortoises have taken the walk from their old home to their new home at ZSL London Zoo.

Published September 8, 2021
Categorized as Animal News & Updates Tagged animals, london zoo, tortoise, zsl, zsl london zoo

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