The dream of a trip to the Galapagos Islands came true in 2009. Before that and even more so since then, I have been dealing with the subject of giant tortoises again and again. For more information, see "Search: Giant tortoises, Lonesome George, or Seychelles/Aldabra and species protection". The book on the right (Made in the USA, Las Vegas, 2024) is dedicated to an icon, namely the Indian star tortoise (Geochelone elegans). In addition to a number of problems relating to species conservation, illegal trade is the greatest threat. The enforcement of strict protection measures is urgently required. In addition, other species with a star or ray pattern live from South Africa to Madagascar to India, including the Burmese star tortoise (Myanmar), which is also endangered. I also received these books from Mr. Brahm (Chimaira). [hint: this is an automatic translation from German]   |   Category: Non-fiction books   |   Material: Papier   |   Country of origin: Bavaria, Germany | Similar pieces