Espanola Island Collection (#3)

Dramatic Cliffs, with Rocky Bay And Crashing Surf

A Sea Lion (Otariidae) In The Shallow Water With Its Belly On The White Sand In Gardner Bay; Galapagos, Equador

Mockingbirds (Mimidae); Galapagos, Equador

Nazca Booby (Sula Granti); Galapagos, Equador

View of Punta Suarez, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Point Suarez, Espanola Island, Galapagos, Ecuador, South America

Nazca booby on Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Cliffs of Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Nazca boobies, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Iguanas on Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Galapagos Sealions (Zalophus wollebaeki) Gardner Bay, Espanola or Hood Island, GALAPAGOS ISLANDS ECUADOR. South America Endemic

Red Rock Crab -Grapsus grapsus-, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Marine Iguanas -Amblyrhynchus cristatus- on rocks, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Marine Iguanas -Amblyrhynchus cristatus- on a sandy beach, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Young Galapagos Sea Lion -Zalophus wollebaeki-, pup, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Surf with cliffs, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Galapagos Lava Lizard -Microlophus albemarlensis- on a stop sign, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Galapagos Sea Lion -Zalophus wollebaeki- under water, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Sleeping Galapagos Sea Lions -Zalophus wollebaeki-, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Ecuador, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands National Park, Punta Suarez, Masked Booby (Sula granti)

Waved albatross (Phoebastria irrorata) pair in courtship ritual which they perfect over the years. Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Red-billed Tropicbird (Phaethon aethereus) Punta Cevallos, Espaaa'ola (Hood) Island
Red-billed Tropicbird (Phaethon aethereus) Punta Cevallos, Espanola (Hood) Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Tropicbird colonies are widespread throughout the archipelago

Blue-footed booby courtship (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Cevallos, Espaaa'ola
Blue-footed booby courtship (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Cevallos, Espanola or Hood Island Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. By far the least common of the three booby species in Galapagos

Blue-footed booby skypointing (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Suarez, Espaaa'ola
Blue-footed booby skypointing (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Suarez, Espanola or Hood Island Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Nazca Booby, (formerly Masked booby) (Sula granti) Punta Cevallos, Espaaa'ola
Nazca Booby, (formerly Masked booby) (Sula granti) Punta Cevallos, Espanola or Hood Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. They are intermediate between the blue-footed and red-footed booby

Waved Albatross pair (Phoebastria irrorata) change over for egg incubating, Punta Suarez, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Critically Endangered

Galapagos sealion (Zalophus wollebaeki) Gardner Bay, Espaaa'ola (Hood) Island
Galapagos sealion (Zalophus wollebaeki). Gardner Bay, Espauola (Hood) Island, Galapagos Islands. ECUADOR. South America

The Blow Hole along the shoreline of Espanola, Galapagos National Park, Ecuador

Swallow-tailed Gull (Larus furcatus) Punto Cevallos, Espanola (Hood) Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America. Gull is nocturnal and oceanic

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Nazca Booby (Sula granti), Suarez Point, Isla Espanola (Espanola Island AKA Hood Island)

Galapagos hawk on a rock C014 / 3056
Galapagos hawk (Buteo galapagoensis) on a rock. This bird of prey is native to the Galapagos Islands, where it feeds on a wide variety of prey that includes lizards, doves

Sally lightfoot crab on a rock C014 / 3053
Sally lightfoot crab (Grapsus grapsus) on a rock. This crustacean is one of the most common crabs along the western coast of the Americas. Photographed on Espanola Island, Galapagos

Sally lightfoot crab on a rock C014 / 3051
Sally lightfoot crab (Grapsus grapsus) on a rock. This crustacean is one of the most common crabs along the western coast of the Americas. Photographed on Espanola Island, Galapagos

Sally lightfoot crab on a beach C014 / 3052
Sally lightfoot crab (Grapsus grapsus) on a beach. This crustacean is one of the most common crabs along the western coast of the Americas. Photographed on Espanola Island, Galapagos

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) pup, Gardner Bay, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Adult Espanola mockingbird (Hood mockingbird) (Mimus macdonaldi), Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Adult waved albatross (Diomedea irrorata) with single egg, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Waved albatross (Diomedea irrorata) courtship display, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Waved albatross (Diomedea irrorata) egg, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Galapagos hawk (Buteo galapagoensis), Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Española Island, located in the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador. As part of the renowned Galapagos National Park, this island is a paradise for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike. One can witness the incredible sight of marine iguanas basking on sandy shores, their unique appearance blending seamlessly with the volcanic landscape. The blue-footed booby also calls Isla Española home, showcasing its vibrant blue feet as it gracefully glides through the air. For those seeking adventure beneath the waves, free diving in caves off Española Island offers an unparalleled experience. Exploring these underwater caverns reveals a hidden world teeming with colorful marine life and awe-inspiring rock formations. On land, one encounters another fascinating species - iguanas. These ancient reptiles roam freely across Española Island, captivating visitors with their prehistoric charm. Punta Suarez is a must-visit spot on Española Island where you can observe rare waved albatrosses up close. Witness adorable chicks begging next to their parents' nests or marvel at pairs engaging in intricate courtship dances that showcase their bond and affection. The island's diversity extends to its avian residents as well. Nazca boobies are often spotted preening themselves along Punta Suarez's rugged coastline. Española Island truly encapsulates all that makes Galapagos Islands so extraordinary – breathtaking landscapes, remarkable wildlife encounters, and unforgettable experiences at every turn.