Galapagos Tortoise Facts and Misconceptions

The video introduces Goliath, a Galapagos tortoise, highlighting its size and unique behaviors. It explains the symbiotic relationship between tortoises and finches, which help remove ticks. The video also covers the tortoises' longevity, shell variations, and historical exploitation by sailors. Conservation efforts are discussed, emphasizing the tortoises' protected status today.

What is the weight of Goliath, the Galapagos tortoise?

• 475 pounds

• 450 pounds

• 525 pounds

• 600 pounds

Why do Galapagos tortoises stand still when their necks are scratched?

• To cool down

• To allow birds to eat ticks

• To avoid predators

• To stretch their necks

What is the record lifespan of a Galapagos tortoise?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 150 years

• 170 years

How does the shape of a Galapagos tortoise's shell vary?

• By island

• By diet

• By age

• By size

What type of vegetation do Galapagos tortoises particularly enjoy?

• Leaves

• Fruits

• Cactus

• Grass

What is a common misconception about tortoise shells?

• They are lightweight

• They are colorful

• They are soft

• They are detachable

What part of the tortoise's body is the shell a part of?

• Its spine

• Its ribs

• Its legs

• Its head

What does the Spanish word 'Galapago' mean?

• Tortoise

• Island

• Saddle

• Shell

Why were Galapagos tortoises taken off the islands by sailors?

• For their shells

• For their skin

• For their meat

• For their eggs

What is the current status of Galapagos tortoises?

• Domesticated

• Endangered

• Extinct

• Protected