Galapagos Collection (#8)

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Waved Albatross (Phoebastria irrorata), close up, Punta Cevallos, Espa

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Waved Albatross (Phoebastria irrorata) on a cliff during the day. Punta Cevallos, Espa

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Waved Albatross (Phoebastria irrorata), Punta Cevallos, Espa

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Swallow-tailed Gull (Larus furcatus) Punto Cevallos, Espa

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Galapagos Giant Tortoises (Geochelone elephantophus vandenburghi) near the Alcedo Volcano crater floor, Isabela IslandGalapagos Islands, Ecuador. One of 11 sub-species surviving in the islands

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Galapagos Giant Tortoise (Geochelone elephantophus vandenburghi) near Alcedo Volcano crater floor, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Date: 18/06/2010

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Galapagos Giant Tortoise (Geochelone elephantophus vandenburghi) on rim of volcano. Alcedo Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. One of 11 sub-species surviving in the islands

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Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz Island. The Galapagos Tortoise in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island. Date: 10/02/2010

Nazca booby preening feathers, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Waved albatross and single chick nesting on the ground, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Waved albatross flying, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Surf pattern washing up on white sandy beach, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Lava rocks along tranquil shoreline of San Cristobal Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Kicker Rock or Leon Dormido, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Brown pelican, Espanola Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Sunset on rocky outcropping, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Brown noddy (Anous stolidus) perching on rock face, Isabela Island, Galapagos, South America

Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii), incubating eggs with webbed feet, Seymour Island, Galapagos, South America

Pair of Waved albatross (Phoebastria irrorata) courtship, Espanola Island, Galapagos, South America

Waved albatross (Phoebastria irrorata), pair, Espanola Island, Galapagos, South America

Swallow-tailed gull (Creagrus furcatus), pair guarding small chick, Genovesa Island, Galapagos, South America

Sierra Negra giant tortoise (Chelonoidis guntheri) walking, Isabela Island, Galapagos, South America

Male Santiago lava-lizard (Microlophus jacobi), among Galapagos carpetweed (Sesuvium edmonstoni), Bainbridge Islets, Galapagos, South America

Santa Fe land iguana (Conolophus pallidus) with Giant prickly-pear cactus (Opuntia echios), Santa Fe Island, Galapagos, South America

San Cristobal lava lizard (Microlophus bivittatus), San Cristobal Island, Galapagos, South America

Lava heron (Butorides sundevalli), fishing from rocks, Santiago Island, Galapagos, South America

Lava gull (Larus fuliginosus) on nest, Mosquera Islet, Galapagos, South America

Highland cloud forest with ferns and mosses, Highlands, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, South America

Galapagos carpetweed (Sesuvium edmonstonei) and giant Opuntia (Opuntia sp)
Galapagos carpetweed (Sesuvium edmonstonei) and giant Opuntia (Opuntia sp.) cacti, beneath a rainbow at sunset, Plazas Island, Galapagos, South America

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) visiting a cleaning station, Galapagos, South America, Pacific Ocean

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) feeding in algae-rich shallows, Isabela Island, Galapagos, South America, Pacific Ocean

Female Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki), sleeping together, likely to be related, Santa Fe Island, Galapagos, South America

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) mother with newborn pup sitting on beach, Espanola Island, Galapagos, South America

Galapagos penguin (Spheniscus mendiculus) roosting on rocks in late afternoon, Isabela Island, Galapagos, South America

Galapagos land iguana (Conolophus subcristatus) recently reintroduced to Santiago island where it had become extinct, feeding on Yellow cordia (Cordia lutea) leaves, Santiago Island, Galapagos

Galapagos flightless cormorant (Phalacrocorax harrisi) drying stunted wings after fishing, Fernandina Island, Galapagos, South America

Darwins woodpecker finch (Cactospiza pallida) using twig as tool to extract beetle grub from dead branch, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, South America

Darwins small ground finch (Geospiza fuliginosa), inspecting Galapagos giant tortoise for ticks, Isabela Island, Galapagos, South America

Darwins medium ground finch (Geospiza fortis) feeding on wild seeds (Tournefortia sp), Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, South America

Darwins large ground finch (Geospiza magnirostris) feeding on Wild cucumber (Momordica sp), Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, South America

Pair of Darwins green warbler finch (Certhidea olivacea) perching on a branch, Galapagos, South America

Brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) pair in breeding plumage, collecting nesting material, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, South America

Sally Lightfoot Crab (Grapsus grapsus), Bachas beach, North Seymour island, Galapagos islands, Ecuador

Close up of a cactus, South Plaza Island, Galapagos islands, Ecuador

Sesuvium edmonstonei and cactus, South Plaza Island, Galapagos islands, Ecuador

Floreana Island, Galapagos islands, Ecuador

Galapagos Sea Lions (Zalophus californianus wollebaeki), Gardner Bay, Espanola Island, Galapagos islands, Ecuador

Great Frigate bird (Fregata minor ridgwayi), South Plaza Island, Galapagos islands, Ecuador

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Discover the enchanting wonders of Galapagos, a place where Darwin's legacy lives on. From the iconic finches that inspired his theory of evolution to the mesmerizing blue-footed boobies, this archipelago in South America is a true paradise for nature enthusiasts. Witness the courtship dance of the Blue-footed booby pairs along the stunning south coast of Santa Cruz Island. Their vibrant blue feet and intricate movements will leave you spellbound, reminding you why these birds are such an emblematic species of Galapagos. Venture further into Santa Cruz Highlands and encounter another marvel - the majestic Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoise. These gentle giants peacefully graze on grass, their ancient existence serving as a testament to resilience and survival. As you explore different islands within this UNESCO World Heritage Site, be captivated by the diversity that unfolds before your eyes. Marvel at Phoebis sennae, cloudless sulphur butterfly fluttering through lush vegetation or spot Giant Tortoises roaming freely in Floreana Island's highlands. Immerse yourself in North Seymour Island's breathtaking landscapes and come face-to-face with Galapagos' famous blue-footed booby once again. Observe them up close as they gracefully land on rocky shores, showcasing their unique features that make them truly extraordinary creatures. Delight in witnessing great frigatebirds perched alongside Nazca boobies on trees while exploring other islands like Hood Island or Plazas Island. The interplay between these avian species creates a fascinating spectacle against Galapagos' pristine backdrop. Take a moment to appreciate every detail during your journey - from the vivid hues adorning each feather of a blue-footed booby to the graceful flight of a red-billed tropicbird above Plazas Island's turquoise waters. And don't forget about Brown pelicans resting at Punta Suarez.