The Galapagos Islands are a truly special place, both for scientists and travellers. Charles Darwin’s connections with the archipelago are of course well known as it was here that he formulated his theories on evolution. The fact that the islands have never been connected with the mainland means that they are home to innumerable endemic species of wildlife and plants, many of which are even unique to just one island due to the differences in landscape and climate within the archipelago. One of the foremost attractions of the islands for visitors is the fearlessness of the animals, due to their relative lack of exposure to man and other predators, enabling humans to enjoy probably their closest ever encounter with nature.
Birds
You don’t have to be a twitcher to appreciate and enjoy the incredible diversity of bird life on the Galapagos Islands. Depending on the time of year and...
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Mammals
Even those who have seen pictures of the Galapagos Islands before visiting will not be prepared for the huge numbers of sealions on almost every beach....
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Marine Life
Though not as famous as the Galapagos land creatures, the marine life around the islands is every bit as impressive. From the capering sealions to the...
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Reptiles
Reptilian life in the Galapagos is as prolific and diverse as that of the birds and mammals. The marine iguanas found here are the only examples of their...
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