Aldabrachelys
Aldabrachelys is the recognised genus for the Seychelles and Madagascan radiations of giant tortoises, including the Aldabra giant tortoise.Naming
This name is problematic in that the type specimen is actually represents Chelonoidis denticulata; however, this is being discussed and petitioned before the ICZN.Species
Tortoise remains from over 1,000 years ago, which have been found on the Comoros, are believed to have been from an unknown species of the same genus.
