Galápagos Archipelago

The Galápagos Archipelago is a group of volcanic islands located in the Pacific Ocean near Ecuador. Renowned for its unique wildlife, it is home to species like giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies, many found nowhere else on Earth. The islands’ isolated environment has contributed to extraordinary evolutionary adaptations, inspiring Charles Darwin’s theory of natural selection. The area is a protected UNESCO World Heritage site, supporting both conservation efforts and eco-tourism. Its diverse ecosystems and species interactions make the Galápagos an exceptional natural laboratory for studying evolution and biodiversity.