The Galapagos Islands 05....
The Galapagos Mockingbird is one of the boldest, most inquisite creatures on the islands. They follow people around with a curiosity matched only by the sealions. Better singers than the sealions though!
Another of the main attractions on the islands are undoubtedly the Giant Tortoises. These creatures come bounding over, all playful like young puppies. No, I'm joking of course. They just sort of sit and eat grass and look bewildered at why they're the centre of attention. They can live to be 180 years old, by the way.
The Vermillion Flycatcher is an unmistakable bird that lives in the highlands where the tortoises live. Infact, I photographed this particular bird sitting on the back of a tortoise before he flew off to catch a moth. He flew back to a nearby tree to eat his meal which is the picture below.
Another bird that's easily seen is the Yellow Warbler. It looks like a canary and is found on most of the islands. This one is taking a bath in a small pool.
Another of the main attractions on the islands are undoubtedly the Giant Tortoises. These creatures come bounding over, all playful like young puppies. No, I'm joking of course. They just sort of sit and eat grass and look bewildered at why they're the centre of attention. They can live to be 180 years old, by the way.
The Vermillion Flycatcher is an unmistakable bird that lives in the highlands where the tortoises live. Infact, I photographed this particular bird sitting on the back of a tortoise before he flew off to catch a moth. He flew back to a nearby tree to eat his meal which is the picture below.
Another bird that's easily seen is the Yellow Warbler. It looks like a canary and is found on most of the islands. This one is taking a bath in a small pool.
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