Wildlife

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Goats reverting
to the wild

Centuries ago, some of the goats imported by man escaped and became feral (domesticated animals that return to a wild state) goats. Today, their descendants are an ecological scourge on some islands because they eat wild grass, a basic food for native endangered life such as the giant tortoise.

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Other
introduced species

The islands have feral pigs, dogs, donkeys, and more.

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Galapagos
wildlife rituals

Visitors are fascinated watching the various animal rituals. The most famous is the male blue footed booby's high-stepping mating dance.

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Bird watcher's paradise

The islands are home to nearly 60 resident species, half of which are endemic (native to the Galapagos).

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Facts & tidbits - PAGE FOUR

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Best 5 islands
Top 5 land & shore wildlife
Top 5 birds
Top 5 marine life

Best Galapagos ships by category
Boat class - pros & cons
Itinerary tips
Cost and booking tips

Best time to go
Getting there tips
Packing tips
Snorkeling tips
Diving tips
Some more helpful tips

Celebrity Xpedition
Charles Darwin - Brief bio
Interesting Galapagos facts

World's Top 100 Wonders

World's Top 1000 Wonders

Site map

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