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The Galapagos Islands are an isolated collection of volcanic islands located 620 miles off the South American country of Ecuador. The island itself and its surrounding waters, the point in which three ocean currents meet, are the foundation for the diverse and fascinating variety of animal species that can be found nowhere else on Earth. These include giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and flightless cormorants as well as varied species of finches. What’s even more intriguing about these islands is that although they all have comparable volcanic compositions, climate, and environments, each isle has its own unique creatures. A living laboratory, the Galapagos Islands offer visitors a comprehensive and interactive look into its unique biodiversity. Map
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