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The Galapagos tortoises are fascinating creatures native to the seven Galapagos islands in the volcanic archipelago west of the Ecuadorian mainland. These friendly giants almost date back to prehistoric times and are the biggest of the tortoise species in the world. They can go without food or water for a whole year and do not …

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These vets were compelled to think creatively when a patient who lost his hind legs came to their clinic – a little turtle named Pedro. When he was first adopted, Pedro was already missing one of his legs. However, the turtle managed to escape from home and disappeared for a few months. When he returned, …

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