The native animal and plant species of the Galapagos Islands
Unlike other islands in this region, the Galapagos islands have no large native predators, or grazing animals. All of the native animals have evolved in the absence of predators and human contact, and show no fear towards humans. The islands have a variety of native animal and plant species including; the marina iguana, Galapagos hawk, Galapagos green turtle, land iguana, Galapagos giant tortoise, sally lightfoot crab, Galapagos penguin, blue-footed boobie, Galapagos sea lions, daisy trees, lava cactus, Galapagos tomato, espino bush, and many more!