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What does adaptation through mutation mean?
An animal has adapted to the environment, and there fore it has mutated. For example, there are tortoises in the Galapagos Islands (Hood Island) that have long necks. They have adapted and mutated in order to get food in higher places.
What two animals was fascinating to Darwin?
The Galapagos finches and the Galapagos tortoises.
What is the Galapagos tortoises predators?
Galapagos Hawk
How many species of Galapagos giant tortoises are there?
There are 10 recognized species of Galapagos giant tortoises.
How long do Galapagos Tortoises live?
1-100 if you care for it every day
How did the galapagos islands get their name?
The Galapagos Islands got their name from the Giant Tortoises that live there. These tortoises were baptized by the Spaniards in the 16th century as Galapago.
What animal family does a galapagos tortise?
Galapagos Tortoises are reptiles.
What is unique about the Galapagos tortoises?
their shells
In what country do galapagos tortoises live?
They live in the Galapagos Islands which are a part of Ecuador.
Where did Darwin find long necked tortoises?
dunno :) hope i helped! lol i think it was the galapagos islands :)
What could the islanders tell about tortoises on the Galapagos?
The islanders could tell that tortoises on the Galapagos have distinct characteristics based on their specific islands, with variations in size, shell shape, and behavior. They might note that these tortoises play a crucial role in the ecosystem, contributing to seed dispersal and vegetation growth. Additionally, islanders could share stories about their long lifespan and the historical significance of tortoises in the context of conservation efforts and tourism. Overall, the tortoises symbolize the unique biodiversity of the Galapagos Islands.
Why might one Galapagos tortoise population evolve long necks?
so they can get leaves in higher trees
