Hangin' with Hugo

so today I hung out with Hugo - couldn't sit him on my lap - he weighs well over 100 kilos - I love the expressions on his face and the way he lifts his feet and plods along - what a treasure

close up of Hugo
http://365project.org/annied/the-ones-i-left/2014-04-16

[Deyvid]

Wowza! I though Galapagos Turtles were extinct.

[Suse♡]

Oh my how big it is, unbelievable!

[Beryl Lloyd]

Super capture of you both -- you both look so relaxed !!! OK you couldn't have him on your lap so why not a saddle (a side saddle-- more elegant for a lady !!) just a whimsical thought !!! Isnt his shell well polished and gleaming -- do they oil his shell !! AND how old is dear Hugo ?

[Annie D]

@d_lopes not all the sub-species are extinct - they have two Galapagos at this reptile park

[Annie D]

@beryl haha he had just had a shell wash Beryl and he is about 65 years old - I think I would squash him hahahaha

[Ian McGuire]

ha!..fabulous!…turtle is something too…:))))

[Annie D]

@ianrm :) thank you Ian ;-)

[Emilie Cartoun]

Wonderful shot of you and the magnificent Hugo.

[Debs Stott]

Oh my word, that is one big tortoise! 100kg must be quite a bulk for him to move...

[Mary Siegle]

I've always had a love for turtles and tortoises. This is a great picture of both Hugo and you. It's going in my favorites.

[Babs]

A bit late been at the photo club tonight, but wanted to check out a couple of photos before I went to bed.

Love this shot, I have met Hugo, don't make a noise like a rock when you are near him though. ha ha.

[KWind]

Wow... he's huge. Great shot!

[Marloes]

Wowy shot of you and Hugo. Glad I see you laughing, Annie :)

[Paula McLaughlin]

Fun selfie with Hugo--adorable shot!

[Taffy]

What a handsome looking guy!

[Taffy]

And nice smile...on the human too!

[Kathie]

What a treasure.

[Annie D]

@teiko @dibzgreasley @mcsiegle @onewing @kwind @stimuloog @paulam @taffy @kathiecb
thank you so much everyone - he is rather special as he huffs and puffs and slowly lifts his feet - he took a bit of enticing with apple pieces and a gentle nudge to get him back home

[Susan.T.]

A great capture Annie,it certainly is a big fellow.