Jonathan the 193-Year-Old Tortoise Is Still Alive, Repeat He Has Not Died

A fake X account falsely claimed Jonathan, a 193-year-old Seychelles giant tortoise, had died and solicited crypto donations.

The hoax post received about two million views and was widely reported by news outlets, prompting corrections.

Owner Joe Hollins and St Helena governor Nigel Phillips confirmed Jonathan is alive and provided photographic proof.