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Researchers find 180,000 giant tortoises on Seychelles island
Original: Scientists discover 180k giant tortoises on one Seychelles island
Researchers surveying Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles have documented a population of roughly 180,000 giant tortoises, a far higher number than previously estimated. The finding makes the atoll home to one of the largest remaining populations of these reptiles, offering rare good news for a species long threatened by hunting and habitat loss. Conservationists say the discovery underscores the importance of protecting the remote UNESCO World Heritage site.
Why now: The unexpectedly large tortoise count is striking positive news for conservation at a time when wildlife declines dominate headlines.
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