Fernanda (IMAGE) Newcastle University Caption In 2019, the female tortoise nicknamed “Fernanda” was found in an isolated patch of vegetation, cut off from the main vegetated area on the southeast of the island by several lava flows. Scientists Credit Lucas Bustamante © Galapagos Conservancy Usage Restrictions Permission to use License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.