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Lava lizard from the Galapagos islands
Galapagos Wildlife | 5 MIN READ

The Galapagos’s Tiny and Varied Lava Lizards

Published on May 3, 2018
The Galapagos lava lizards creeps among the plants and rock clumps that make up the...
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Giant tortoises of the Galapagos islands
Galapagos Wildlife | 4 MIN READ

KNOW YOUR TORTOISES – where else in the world can you find giant tortoises?

Published on May 2, 2018
The Galapagos Islands of Ecuador hold the largest collection of species of giant tortoises, but...
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Galapagos Fur Seal or Sea Lion
Galapagos Wildlife | 4 MIN READ

What’s the difference between a fur seal and a sea lion in Galapagos?

Published on May 2, 2018
When you see two animals that look alike, how can you tell them apart? Is...
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Galapagos islands penguin
Galapagos Wildlife | 3 MIN READ

Where are Penguins Found in the Galapagos Islands?

Published on May 2, 2018
Galapagos is the only place in the whole world where human beings can encounter penguins...
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Galapagos islands albatross
Galapagos Wildlife | 4 MIN READ

Do any species migrate away from Galapagos?

Published on April 18, 2018
When it comes to seasons in the tropics, most of us were taught that there...
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Galapagos tours itineraries: Bartolome Island
Galapagos News | 3 MIN READ

What Can I See in Galapagos In April?

Published on April 12, 2018
Little by little, the rains are subsiding and the Galapagos Islands are painted in a...
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Sunset in Bartolome Island at the Galapagos Islands
Galapagos Tips & Information | 3 MIN READ

How much time should I spend in Galapagos?

Published on March 19, 2018
The best amount of time when you’re visiting the Galapagos Islands is 5 days, minimum....
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Galapagos islands landscape
Galapagos History | 7 MIN READ

When were the Galapagos Discovered? A Tale of Adventure and Survival

Published on March 8, 2018
Galapagos islands official discovery day The Galapagos were unintentionally discovered on MARCH 10, 1535, shortly...
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Galapagos sea lions resting on the beach
Galapagos History | 4 MIN READ

Doldrums in the East Pacific! Discovery of Galapagos (Part II)

Published on March 5, 2018
The Galapagos islands represent a diverse ecosystem MARCH 2, 1535 – About a week ago,...
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Galapagos islands: World Heritage site
Galapagos History | 3 MIN READ

“On a day like today…”: Discovery of Galapagos (Part I)

Published on February 26, 2018
FEB 23, 1535 – On a day like today, back in 1535, a small vessel set...
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