Galapagos Mammals Photo Gallery

Sea lion

• Where is it found: Can be found on each of the different islands of the Galapagos archipelago.
• When is it found: All year round. Breeding takes place from May through January.
• Interesting fact: Feeding mostly on sardines, sea lions sometimes travel 10 to 15 km from the coast over the span of days to hunt for their prey.

Humpback whale

• Where is it found: Particularly around the islands of Bartolomé and Española.
• When is it found: July, August and September.
• Interesting fact: In the 19th century, the Galapagos Islands were the center of whaling in the Pacific Ocean.

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Galapagos Reef Fish

Hammerhead Shark

Whale Shark

White Tipped Reef Shark