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With stories about the illicit trade and the conviction of poachers, historical and current exploitation of chelonians by humans, and artistic interpretations that connect us with the natural world, readers will enjoy the diverse approaches through which today’s conservation challenges are met. The cover story features an interview with actor and lifelong environmentalist Ted Danson discussing his journey from acting to activism and how the power of celebrity can be leveraged to effect change. We also examine the life and extensive career of Russell A. Mittermeier, who has worked tirelessly to document and conserve the world's most endangered species and their habitats. We explore the cabinets and wonders documented and interpreted by Mark Dion, an artist who has explored the dusty, dim storage rooms of some of the world’s most esoteric museums. 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This year’s magazine spotlights the giant tortoises of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, punctuated by a spectacular achievement in turtle conservation in 2019—the rediscovery of a tortoise on Fernandina Island in the Galápagos. \r\n\r\nFeature articles include an exploration of the history surrounding the Fernandina Giant Tortoise which was considered lost for over a century, as well as an interview with biologist Forrest Galante who led the expedition to Fernandina Island in search of the tortoise. \r\n\r\nApart from the Galápagos, readers will journey to the other side of the globe to get a rare glimpse of the only wild  population of giant Aldabra Tortoises (Aldabrachelys gigantea) in the Eastern Hemisphere. \r\n\r\nThis colossal issue is packed with 162 full-color pages exploring not only giant tortoises but features from the tremendously-dedicated biologists and artists who are inspired by the world’s turtles and tortoises.","brand":"Turtle Conservancy Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44816779608231,"sku":"TCMAG0204","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/9491\/1399\/files\/File-149_medium_6bab0be7-b4e5-4f2d-91d3-824509c92994.png?v=1733867632"},{"product_id":"the-tortoise-issue-7","title":"The Tortoise Issue 7","description":"The 7th issue of The Tortoise is here! 148 pages of full-color exploration of how turtles and tortoises influence people, politics and the arts. 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