A juvenile Galápagos hawk lands on the slope of Volcán Alcedo. The only natural land predator of larger animals on the islands, the bird feeds on rodents, other birds, lizards, and tortoises.

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Various species have uniquely adapted to life in volcanic and extreme environments. From the land iguana and vampire ground ...

WWF works to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife, collaborating with partners from local to ...

It’s amazing that such a small group of islands have had such a large impact on our understanding of the world. Rewilding is when people leave sections of land alone so plants and animals can ...

A diver's journey to the Galapagos Islands aboard a small expedition ship. Diving with sharks, turtles, sea lions, rays and ...

Things to do on the Galápagos Islands include spending time with local wildlife and hiking to the rim of one of the world's ...

Each of the archipelago's 20 main islands is home to a variety of natural wonders (like beaches and towering rock formations) and animal species ... pink Galápagos land iguana, making it a ...

When people think of the Galapagos ... Islands are not simply a tourist destination. They do not exist purely for your entertainment. The archipelago is not a zoo where you will only see animals ...

You’ll see animals in guided land hikes ... guide (all of whom must be permanent residents of the Galapagos Islands), whether it is land- or sea-based. Otherwise, you’ll be relegated to ...