The Saint Louis Zoo is mourning the death of one of its oldest residents – an Aldabra giant tortoise that was well over 100 ...

The animal was a long-time ambassador for his species, bringing conservation awareness to millions, zoo staff said.

Othello the Aldabra giant tortoise, who was well over 100 years old, died at the St. Louis Zoo on April 8. Screengrab from St ...

Othello also recognized his keepers and frequently sought them out for attention and gentle neck ... giant tortoises are native to the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, and Othello’s long life ...