Lonesome George

Lonesome George (Spanish: Solitario George or Jorge, c. 1910 – June 24, 2012) was a male Pinta Island tortoise (Chelonoidis niger abingdonii) and the last known individual of the subspecies. In his last years, he was known as the rarest creature in the world. George serves as an important symbol for conservation efforts in the Galápagos Islands and throughout the world.

This article is about the Pinta Island tortoise endling. For the musician, see George Thorogood.
"Lonely George" redirects here. For the snail, see George (snail).

Lonesome George (or Saint George of the Galapagos)
Lonesome George at Galápagos National Park headquarters in 2006
SpeciesChelonoidis niger abingdonii (Pinta Island tortoise)
SexMale
Hatchedc. 1910
DiedJune 24, 2012(2012-06-24) (aged 101–102)
Galápagos National Park
Resting placeTaxidermied and on display at Galápagos National Park
Nation fromEcuador (Galápagos)
Known forBeing an endling
OffspringNone
Weight165 lb (75 kg)
Named afterPossibly George Gobel or Saint George
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