Outliving Eras in Shell and Spirit (Image Credits: Unsplash)
San Diego – In the shaded corners of a sprawling zoo enclosure, where ancient rhythms meet modern care, a remarkable era drew to a close this week.
Outliving Eras in Shell and Spirit
Imagine witnessing the dawn of the automobile age and the rise of space travel – all from the steady pace of a tortoise’s life. Gramma did just that, reaching an astonishing 141 years before her passing. This Galápagos giant wasn’t just any resident; she embodied endurance itself.
Born around 1884, long before most could fathom her longevity, Gramma outlasted countless human milestones. She was there when the Wright brothers took flight and when the internet connected the world. Her existence reminded us that some lives unfold in deep, unhurried chapters…