Flightless cormorant feeding her chick

Fernandina Island

No foreign species have ever invaded Fernandina Island and therefore it is one of the world's most pristine island ecosystems. The volcano “La Cumbre” dominates the landspace with lava fields reaching the ocean. The island´s highlight features the Flightless Cormorant nesting site. This area provides a great opportunity to see the Galapagos Hawk.

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  1. The most pristine island of Galapagos.
  2. Animals: Flightless Cormorant, Galapagos Hawk, Penguins.
  3. Area: 248 sq. mi
  4. Highest Point: 4843 ft