Korat Zoo Celebrates First Giant Tortoise Hatchlings in Thailand

Korat Zoo Celebrates First Giant Tortoise Hatchlings in Thailand

Korat Zoo in Nakhon Ratchasima has successfully hatched 11 Aldabra giant tortoise babies — a first for Thailand. The rare hatchlings, born on May 18, are healthy and under expert care in a nursery. Zoo director Thanachon Kensingh hails it as a major conservation milestone. The offspring came from just three adult tortoises, and once grown, will become a public attraction. Native to the Seychelles, Aldabra tortoises can live up to 150 years and weigh over 250kg. This success places Korat Zoo on the global map for wildlife conservation and education.