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Alcedo giant tortoise (Chelonoidis vandenburghi) male mating with female while squabbling
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Alcedo giant tortoise (Chelonoidis vandenburghi) male mating with female while squabbling
Alcedo giant tortoise (Chelonoidis vandenburghi) male mating with female while squabbling with another tortoise. Alcedo Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos
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Aggression Behavioural Chelonii Chelonoidis Chelonoidis Nigra Vandenburghi Chelonoidis Vandenburghi Copulation Fighting Galapagos Galapagos Islands Galapagos National Park Geochelone Nigra Vandenburghi Isabela Island Mating Behaviour Reproduction Reptile Reptilia South America Testitudine Testudinidae Testudo Vandenburghi Tortoises Turtle Unesco World Heritage Site Vulnerable Biodiversity Hotspot Endangered Species Threatened
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Intense drama unfolds on the sun-baked shores of Alcedo Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos. A male Alcedo giant tortoise (Chelonoidis vandenburghi) is in the midst of a passionate mating ritual with a female counterpart, while simultaneously squabbling with another rival suitor. The air is thick with tension as these gentle giants engage in a battle for dominance and reproductive rights.
This remarkable scene captures the intricate social dynamics at play among these iconic creatures, which are found only on this UNESCO World Heritage Site and are considered an endangered species due to habitat loss and introduced predators. The Galapagos Islands are renowned for their unique biodiversity hotspot, where species have evolved independently for millions of years.
Photographer Tui De Roy's stunning image not only showcases the majesty of these prehistoric-looking tortoises but also highlights the importance of preserving their habitats and protecting their populations from extinction. This moment offers a glimpse into the complex world of animal behavior, where survival instincts often take center stage.
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