Elsevier, Galapagos Giant Tortoises, Biodiversity of World: Conservation from Genes to Landscapes, 2021, Pages 503-509
This chapter recaps the information provided throughout the volume—Galapagos Giant Tortoises—highlighting the history, taxonomy, biology, and conservation of these iconic reptiles. Following the summary of the book, a framework for prioritizing future conservation efforts is presented. The chapter ends with a vision of Galapagos tortoise populations 200–300 years from now—as they follow a slow, steady path to full recovery.
