A Geochelone nigra lives in shrub lands and volcanic lowlands. Geochelone nigra eats grass, cactus, and fruit. Their favorite food is grass. A Geochelone nigra has a hard shell over the body and they have long necks. Their conservation status is endangered. A Geochelone nigra has a scale type skin. The color of a Geochelone nigra is grey and brown. A Galapagos Tortoise is the longest living species of tortoise and they can live up to 150 years old. Their predators are humans, wild dogs, and hawks. They weigh about 441 to 661 pounds. A Galapagos Tortoise can get to 3.2 to 4 feet tall. Galapagos Tortoise’s are quiet and lazy animals. They have a top speed of 1 mile per hour. The scaley skin protects the Tortoise from predators.
