Galapagos’ terrain is simply so isolated that it rarely ever sees mosquitoes. Thus, there have been no reported cases of Zika in recent years. Is Ecuador Zika free? Ecuador has a history of previous Zika Virus transmission. There is currently no evidence of an ongoing Zika Virus outbreak. However, there is limited information available and […]

How did tortoises and birds differ among the islands of the Galapagos? The tortoises on the Galapagos Islands all had different shaped shells; therefore they were different species of the same category of tortoises.The birds on the Galapagos Island also had slight variations. How did the finches the birds differ among the islands of the […]

The islands are known for their famously fearless wildlife and as a source of inspiration for Darwin’s theory of evolution. And that’s just part of the story. Born of fire: The Galápagos Archipelago is one the most volcanically active areas in the world. What is so special about the Galapagos Islands? The Galápagos Islands are […]

All species of Galápagos tortoises evolved from common ancestors that arrived from mainland South America by overwater dispersal. Genetic studies have shown that the Chaco tortoise of Argentina and Paraguay is their closest living relative. When did Galápagos tortoises evolve? two to three million years agoTortoise evolution and taxonomy Scientists believe that Galápagos tortoises migrated […]

Because there were no large predators on these two Galapagos Islands, having wings was a disadvantage that prevented them from finding food easily. They’re wings therefore adapted to be smaller while they developed powerful legs and webbed feet to dive into the water to hunt for fish, eels and small octopus. What kind of special […]

Each island has its own unique landscapes, wildlife and activities, and only five of them are actually inhabited by people. Small communities are dotted across San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Floreana and Baltra. The rest of the islands are completely devoid of human presence. Do humans live on the Galapagos Islands? Where do people live […]

There are now at least 13 species of finches on the Galapagos Islands, each filling a different niche on different islands. All of them evolved from one ancestral species, which colonized the islands only a few million years ago. How did finches get to the Galapagos Islands? The closure of the Panama land bridge altered […]

Galapagos National Park authorities have implemented strict regulations to help preserve the archipelago’s fragile ecosystems. These rules include being accompanied by a certified guide at all times, staying on designated walking trails and maintaining two meter’s distance from animals. Is Galápagos protected? More than 233 islands, islets and rocks, born from volcanoes, make up the […]

His discoveries on the islands were paramount to the development of his Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection. On the islands, Charles Darwin discovered several species of finches. Thanks to his close observations, he discovered that the different species of finches varied from island to island. Why are the Galapagos Islands such an important place […]

Best Galapagos Souvenirs – Ecuador souvenirs If you visit towns like Puerto Ayora on your trip, you can step into many of the shops and find Galapagos stuffed animals, Galapagos shot glasses, silver jewelry, postcards, keychains, t-shirts, maps, books, and posters. What is the most famous souvenir? Most Popular Souvenirs Ornaments. T-Shirts. Postcards. Shot Glasses. […]

Top 5 Galapagos Endemic Species Galapagos Tortoise. Giant tortoises are one of the most iconic animals of the Galapagos, being top of most visitor wish lists and a flagship species for conservation efforts across the islands. Marine Iguana. Galapagos Finches. Flightless Cormorant. Galapagos Fur Seal. What are some native animals in the Galapagos Islands? 9 […]

The penguins are an important food source for a variety of animals. The main terrestrial predators for the chicks and adults include Galapagos Rice Rats, Sally Lightfoot Crabs, snakes, hawks and owls as well as domestic or feral cats and dogs. In the water, they are consumed by sharks and other large marine predators. How […]

The average cost of a 5-day Galapagos cruise is about USD $3000. The least expensive Galapagos cruises begin at around USD $1000 for a 4-day cruise and can go up to around $10000 per person for an 8-day luxury-class cruise. Can you sail to the Galapagos? No massive cruise ships sail in the Galapagos Islands […]

Galapagos snakes are presumed to have arrived on the islands by vegetation rafts. Their colours and design sometimes resemble Garden snakes. Galapagos Snakes can be slightly poisonous to humans and may use venom to kill its prey. How did reptiles get to the Galapagos Islands? Swept up in ocean currents However, many of the animals […]

10 rare animals you’ll only find on a visit to the Galapagos Islands Galápagos Sea Lions. Galápagos Giant Tortoise. Marine Iguanas. Galapagos Penguins. Waved Albatross. Galapagos Hawk. Galápagos Mockingbirds. Galápagos Green Turtle. What famous animals live in the Galapagos Islands? Introduction to the wildlife of Galapagos Galapagos is famous for its high number of endemic […]