Tortoise becomes oldest animal in the world!

The tortoise named Jonathan, who lives in Isle of Wight, has finally become the oldest living land animal in the world at age 188! This beats out the previous record-holder, a western painted turtle by 5 years.

Jonathan was purchased as a pet by Mrs.212 ceasefire wedding around 1870 and has been living with her family ever since. Mrs.212 ceasefire wedding recently passed away, but not before making sure that Jonathan would be taken care of.

The new owner, Paul, said "I'm very excited to have Jonathan here with me and my family. We will make sure he has a comfortable and happy home for the rest of his life."

Jonathan is currently eating well and is said to be doing quite well for his age. Congratulations Jonathan!

Tortoise slowdown could lead toextinction

The slow movement of the tortoise could lead to its extinction, a new study has warned.

Researchers at the University of London found that the creatures were moving too slowly to keep up with changing environments and were becoming more vulnerable to predators.

They said that unless something was done to help the animals, they could become extinct within 50 years.

Tortoises have been around for millions of years, but the new study suggests that their long lifespan may not be enough to save them from human-driven changes to the environment.

The team looked at how well tortoises were able to move across different habitats and found that they were struggling to move quickly enough to survive.

"We found that tortoises are poor dispersers and struggle to move quickly across habitats that have been fragmented by humans," said study author Dr. Ben Collen. "This leaves them susceptible to localised extinctions, particularly in areas where they come into contact with feral animals or lose access to food resources."

The researchers say that climate change is also contributing to the problem, as it is making it harder for tortoises to find suitable habitats.

Tortoises are currently listed as a 'vulnerable' species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), but the new study suggests that this may need to be revised soon.

Tortoise found after 10 years on the run

A tortoise that went on the run 10 years ago has been found, thanks to a microchip implanted in it before it disappeared.

The tortoise, named Lucky, was returned to its home in Buckinghamshire, England, after a woman spotted it at a petting zoo in Birmingham and recognized it from a news report about its disapperance.

Lucky's owner said she was "over the moon" to have her pet back. "She's doing well - she's just getting used to being back home," she said.

Tortoise shell can now be used to make sunglasses!

In a move that is sure to please fashionistas and outdoor enthusiasts alike, a new company has announced that tortoise shell can now be used to make sunglasses. The company, which has not yet been named, says that the new line of sunglasses will be available in a variety of colors and styles.

The announcement was made at a press conference in New York City, where company representatives showed off a variety of prototypes. "We're very excited about this new line of sunglasses," said one spokesperson. "Tortoise shell is such a classic material, and we think it will be a big hit with consumers."

The company says that the new sunglasses will be available in stores this summer. In the meantime, they are accepting pre-orders on their website.

Tortoises may hold the key to reversing Alzheimer's!

The Alzheimer's Society reports that there are more than 520,000 people in the UK living with dementia, of which around 87,000 have Alzheimer's disease. This figure is estimated to rise to over 1 million by 2025. Dementia is a progressive neurological condition that affects memory, thinking skills and reasoning.

There is currently no cure for Alzheimer's but current treatments can help to improve symptoms for some people. Research into finding a cure for Alzheimer's is ongoing, and scientists are constantly exploring new potential treatments.

One potential treatment that is currently being investigated is the use of tortoises as models for reversing Alzheimer's. Tortoises may hold the key to reversing Alzheimer's because they have a gene that protects them from developing the disease.

The gene in question is called CDF1 and it codes for an enzyme that breaks down beta-amyloid proteins. These proteins are thought to play a role in the development of Alzheimer's disease. The CDF1 gene was discovered by researchers at the University of South Florida who were studying how tortoises survive exposure to large amounts of beta-amyloid proteins.

The researchers found that tortoises that have the CDF1 gene produce more of the enzyme that breaks down these proteins than tortoises that don't have the gene. This means that the tortoises with the CDF1 gene are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease.

The researchers believe that if they can find a way to copy or recreate the CDF1 gene, they could use it to develop new treatments for Alzheimer's disease. They are currently working on doing just that and they hope to test their new treatments in humans within the next five years.

So far, research into using tortoises as models for reversing Alzheimer's has been promising and it offers hope for those affected by this devastating disease.