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Galapagos Islands Wildlife and Wonders
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  • 1. Large seabird known for throat pouch inflation
  • 4. Giant slow-moving reptile symbolic of the islands
  • 6. Scientist whose observations here shaped evolution theory
  • 7. A land and marine reptile unique to the islands
  • 8. Place where many island birds lay their eggs
  • 11. An island that serves as a transportation hub
  • 12. Geological feature that formed the islands
  • 14. Country to which the Galapagos belong
  • 18. Colorful crab named for its dashing movement
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  • 2. Bird genus studied by Darwin for evolutionary insights
  • 3. The ocean’s rise and fall impacting coastal life
  • 5. The root word of the island group’s name
  • 9. Type of iguana adapted to life in the ocean
  • 10. Coastal trees providing habitat and protecting shorelines
  • 13. Marine mammal absent but often confused with island fauna
  • 15. Particle of light helping plants grow in the islands’ ecosystem
  • 16. Colorful underwater animal forming reefs around the islands
  • 17. Ocean movement shaping the island shores
  • 19. A seabird famous for its striking blue feet
  • 20. Molten rock that creates new land in volcanic eruptions

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