Lonesome George (Spanish: Solitario George or Jorge, c. 1910 [2] [3] [4] [5] – June 24, 2012) was a male Pinta Island tortoise (Chelonoidis niger abingdonii) and the last known individual of the subspecies.

Jan 21, 2012 · Lonesome George, a giant tortoise from the island of Pinta in the northern regions of the Galapagos Archipelago, was the last known survivor of the Pinta tortoise (Chelonoidis abingdoni). He was considered one of the rarest creature in the world and became a …

Aug 22, 2023 · Lonesome George animates the poignant tale of the last Galápagos giant tortoise, urging action for endangered species. The film aligns with Galápagos Conservancy's mission, inspiring conservation and honoring George's legacy.

Four years after his death, George returns to the place where he spent his last years of life and will be exhibited as the central part of the new interpretive path of the Galapagos National Park Directorate called "The Route of the Tortoise".

Explore the legacy of Lonesome George, the last La Pinta Galapagos giant tortoise, who became a global symbol of conservation.

Mar 12, 2025 · Yes, without a doubt, Lonesome George was a giant tortoise. More specifically, he was the last known individual of the Pinta Island tortoise (Chelonoidis abingdoni), a subspecies of Galapagos giant tortoise.

Jun 24, 2022 · Today, George’s memory lives on in everyone who supports and works to protect the habitats and wildlife in Galapagos. There is arguably no better example of this than with the recent discovery of Fernanda, a female tortoise from a believed-to-be extinct species, found alive on Fernandina island!

Feb 21, 2024 · On the remote and rugged shores of the Galápagos Islands, amidst the symphony of crashing waves and the curious gazes of blue-footed boobies, there lived a singular tortoise. He was known to the world as Lonesome George, the last known individual of the Pinta Island tortoise species.

Jun 22, 2014 · Facts about Galápagos Tortoises. Contrary to turtles, tortoises live on land, have heavy shells and short, sturdy feet. Their very long necks help them reach high food. The lifespan of a tortoise is 80-150 years. The longest living Tortoise is 326 years. George was thought to be over 100 years old.

Jun 8, 2023 · At a breeding center in the Galápagos Islands, an exhibition devoted to the life and legacy of a one-of-a-kind tortoise.