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Scientists discover 180,000 giant tortoises on one Seychelles island

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Briefings

Scientists confirmed a massive population of Aldabra giant tortoises on Seychelles' Aldabra Atoll, surpassing the human population. This discovery follows a decade-long recovery program that restored the species from near extinction. The survey indicates the animals are thriving and no longer endangered, marking a significant milestone for conservation efforts.

Key points

• A survey of the world's largest free-roaming giant tortoise population confirmed the Aldabra population thrives.
• The Aldabra Atoll population exceeds the human population of Seychelles, indicating successful recovery.

Context

This finding follows a decade-long recovery program that restored the species from near extinction. The discovery marks a significant milestone for conservation efforts, confirming the species is no longer endangered.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single survey of the world's largest free-roaming giant tortoise population. The specific date of the survey is not provided, and the exact numbers of tortoises are not specified.

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