Halifax’s 104-year-old gopher tortoise, Gus, is recovering after a successful operation to remove a bladder stone. The procedure takes place in Nova Scotia, and reporting says Gus is expected to continue recuperating following Tuesday’s surgery.

Both outlets describe Gus as a long-time public fixture at Halifax’s Museum of Natural History, where he has drawn attention for decades. They also highlight his age—he is believed to be among the oldest living gopher tortoises, and he marked his 104th birthday in August—reinforcing his status as a local and rare animal. While the coverage focuses primarily on the surgery and recovery, it aligns on the central details: the stone removal, the timing, and Gus’s well-known connection to the museum. No additional treatment steps beyond recovery are reported in the provided articles.