The Galįpagos Islands are among the brightest jewels of the Pacific. Known for their unparalleled diversity of fearless, curious wildlife, the Galįpagos famously inspired Charles Darwin’s theories of natural selection. A true bucket-list destination, the Galįpagos Islands have captured the hearts and minds of travellers from around the world.
In Galįpagos: A Natural History, Michael H. Jackson provides the essential guide to the flora and fauna of the Galįpagos Islands. Beginning with a comprehensive history of the environment, colonization, evolution and ecology of the islands, Jackson details the plant life, reptiles, sea, coast, and land birds, native mammals, intertidal and marine life, and invertebrates native to the islands in richly illustrated, easily navigable chapters. An index and checklist of plants and animals make this an essential companion for ecological excursions.
Including detailed exploration of the management and conservation of Galįpagos National Park and its rules and regulations alongside key information and tips for visitors, Galįpagos: A Natural History is a necessary guide for every traveller embarking for, or planning to visit, one of the worlds most stunning natural wonders.
M.H. Jackson has worked in the Galįpagos Islands as a naturalist guide and has done research and led tours to the islands for various organizations. His wife, Monica, prepared many of the drawings and maps for this book.