Wild Galapagos giant tortoise (Geochelone elephantopus) feeding on the upslope grasslands of Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

galapagos geochelone elephantopus feeding grasslands santa cruz wildlife nature foraging ecosystem giant tortoise south america endangered species conservation habitat indigenous flora fauna animal behavior biodiversity natural habitat terrain indigenous species protected area galapagos islands lush vegetation herbivore slow movement unique wildlife ecosystem health remarkable species natural heritage outdoor grazing environmental importance ecology terrestrial habitat lush landscape wildlife observation national park nature reserve ecological balance wildlife protection animal welfare grass eating wild species