Tortoises

The video explores the behavior and characteristics of tortoises, focusing on angulate tortoises and Galapagos giant tortoises. Angulate tortoises regulate their body temperature by basking in the sun and seeking shade. Males are territorial and engage in combat using their shells. In the Galapagos, giant tortoises have large shells and reach sexual maturity at 40 years old. They move slowly, allowing them to survive on minimal food, supporting a large population without depleting resources.

What adaptations do tortoises have to regulate their body temperature?

Describe the behavior of male tortoises during territorial disputes.

What challenges do tortoises face when flipped onto their backs?

How does the size difference between male and female giant tortoises affect their mating?

What is the significance of the giant tortoise's leisurely pace in terms of survival?