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Zoo Miami's Goliath Celebrates 135th Birthday with First Hatchling

6/18/2025

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Goliath, the beloved Galapagos tortoise at Zoo Miami, marked a remarkable milestone by celebrating his 135th birthday and his inaugural Father's Day. His joy was amplified with the arrival of his first hatchling, a historic event for the zoo, after a thrilling 128 days of incubation. The zoo is now seeking Guinness World Records recognition for this extraordinary achievement.

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Goliath, the beloved Galapagos tortoise at Zoo Miami, marked a remarkable milestone by celebrating his 135th birthday and his inaugural Father's Day. His joy was amplified with the arrival of his first hatchling, a historic event for the zoo, after a thrilling 128 days of incubation. The zoo is now seeking Guinness World Records recognition for this extraordinary achievement.