How does isolation affect the diversification of species?

Isla Santa Cruz

The central island, the major place for the main wildlife, and the first island to be visited.

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Isla Isabela

The largest island, covered with volcanoes and untamed wilderness. The second island to visit.

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Isla San Cristobal

One of the hubs, an excellent place to rest and explore, and the final stop before travelling home.

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Charles Darwin

Charles Darwin was a naturalist who visited the Galapagos Islands in 1835 on the ship The Beagle. He used his time in the archipelago and other experiences on his trip to create the most revolutionary theory in naturalism; the Theory of Evolution through Natural Selection.

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The Archipelago

The Galapagos Archipelago is a group of 18 major islands and numerous smaller islets located off the west coast of South America straddling the equator. It is well known for it's unique organisms and extreme biodiversity, both which have lead to it's UNESCO World Heritage status.

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Continuing Discoveries

Grants Finch Study

The Grants Finch Study was a 40 year investigation of the effect of environmental factors on the Medium Ground Finch. The results showed some of the most damning evidence of natural selection, and became a staple for explaining the theory of evolution

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