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Planet Zoo 2 Galápagos Giant Tortoise
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Galápagos Giant Tortoise in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Galápagos Giant Tortoise requirements
| Continent | South America |
|---|---|
| Biome | Tropical |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 230 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 5 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 10 m² |
| Temperature | 18 to 33 °C |
| Group size | 1–4 |
| Barrier | Grade 1, at least 1 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Vulnerable |
At 230 m² of land, the Galápagos Giant Tortoise needs more land than 25% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Galápagos Giant Tortoise space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (4 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 230 m² | 5 m² | 245 m² |
Shelter: 10 m² per animal.
Galápagos Giant Tortoise barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 1 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 1 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Galápagos Giant Tortoise species facts
| Class | Reptile (Reptilia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (length) | male 1.3 m, female 1.15 m |
Setup checklist for a Galápagos Giant Tortoise habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Galápagos Giant Tortoise as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 230 m², plus Land 5 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 1 barrier at least 1 m high.
- Keep the temperature within 18 to 33 °C and theme the area as Tropical.
- Plan a group of 1 to 4 animals.
Animals that can live with the Galápagos Giant Tortoise
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Galápagos Giant Tortoise, and no other species lists it. Plan it a habitat of its own.
Compare with
Put the Galápagos Giant Tortoise next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Golden Lion Tamarin, Toco Toucan, African Leopard, Asian Elephant.
FAQ
How much space does a Galápagos Giant Tortoise need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 230 m² for the Galápagos Giant Tortoise, plus Land 5 m² for each additional animal, and 10 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Galápagos Giant Tortoise need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Galápagos Giant Tortoise needs a temperature of 18 to 33 °C and a group size of 1–4, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Galápagos Giant Tortoise in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Galápagos Giant Tortoise, and no other species lists it.