Summary:

- This article discusses the discovery of a new species of giant tortoise on the Galápagos Islands. The tortoise, named Chelonoidis donfaustoi, was previously thought to be a subspecies of the Española giant tortoise.

- Genetic analysis and morphological comparisons revealed that the newly discovered tortoise is a distinct species, with unique features such as a smaller size and different shell shape compared to its Española counterpart.

- The discovery highlights the ongoing efforts to understand the biodiversity of the Galápagos Islands and the importance of conservation efforts to protect these unique species, which are threatened by human activities and invasive species.