Galapagos Island Flashcards
1
Q
What type of an Island is Galapagos ?
A
It is a volcanic archipelago
2
Q
Which ocean is it located in ?
A
Pacific ocean (either side of the Equator)
3
Q
What has the local Govt recently done there ?
A
Banned fireworks on the Islands to protect its unique fauna
4
Q
Are all types of crackers banned ?
A
NO , those with light and not noise arent banned
5
Q
Is the island a world heritage site ?
A
YES , under the jurisdiction of Eucador
6
Q
What are the other specialities of the island ?
A
1) Large no of endemic species
2) studies by Charles Darwin
