Press Release: 158 Endangered Tortoises Released onto Floreana Island, Galápagos for First Time in over 180 Years Posted on March 5, 2026 by Connor Johnson Island Conservation February 20, 2026 For the first time in more than 180 years, giant tortoises are once again walking the landscapes of Floreana Island. This week, 158 juvenile giant tortoises of Floreana lineage were released into their ancestral habitat, marking a historic milestone for ecological restoration in Galápagos, and for Floreana’s community. Read Article