World's Oldest Tortoise Jonathan Alive Despite Death Rumors
Reports of the death of Jonathan, the world's oldest living land animal, have been debunked. Jonathan, a 193-year-old Seychelles giant tortoise residing on the island of St. Helena, was falsely reported dead on social media. The hoax, which spread rapidly, claimed to be from Joe Hollins, a veterinarian who had worked with Jonathan. However, Hollins clarified that he did not have an account on the platform where the rumor originated and warned that the hoax was a scam seeking cryptocurrency donations. The St. Helena government confirmed Jonathan's well-being by sharing a recent photo of him. Jonathan, who was brought to St. Helena in 1882, is recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest living land animal and the oldest tortoise ever. 
