Four critically endangered Galápagos tortoises hatch at the Philadelphia Zoo

The birth of tortoises native to Santa Cruz Island in the Galápagos increases their U.S. population from 44 to 48. A few thousand remain globally, according to estimates by experts.

Apr 9, 2025 - 10:10

Four critically endangered Galápagos tortoises hatch at the Philadelphia Zoo

A Western Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoise hatchling is shown, one of four that hatched recently at the Philadelphia Zoo.

The birth of tortoises native to Santa Cruz Island in the Galápagos increases their U.S. population from 44 to 48. A few thousand remain globally, according to estimates by experts.