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Giant tortoises outnumber people in Seychelles, with nearly 183,000 on Aldabra

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Briefings

A 2026 survey confirms Seychelles' giant tortoise population is stable and thriving, with nearly 183,000 individuals on Aldabra alone. This marks a significant recovery from previous concerns about extinction, indicating the species remains a resilient component of the archipelago's biodiversity despite historical threats.

Key points

• The Seychelles giant tortoise population is stable and thriving, with nearly 183,000 individuals recorded on Aldabra alone.
• This represents a major recovery from earlier fears of extinction, confirming the species' resilience in the Seychelles archipelago.

Context and limitations

The survey covers only the Aldabra population; data for other islands is unavailable. The 2026 date reflects a snapshot of the current status, and long-term trends beyond this period remain unobserved.

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