Goliath, the giant galapagos tortoise's tale

Goliath, the giant galapagos tortoise's tale

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Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses Goliath, a massive Galapagos tortoise, highlighting its size, age, and unique survival traits. It explains how these tortoises can live over 150 years and survive without food or water for up to a year. The video also covers the historical exploitation by humans and the subsequent conservation efforts that have increased their population from 3,000 in the 1970s to over 20,000 today. Despite these efforts, poaching and habitat loss remain significant threats.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What conservation efforts have been made to protect the Galapagos tortoise?

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What are the ongoing threats to the Galapagos tortoise despite conservation efforts?

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