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The endangered Galápagos sea lion’s social nature, boisterous bark and aquatic agility are qualities fascinating to tourists, and the species has come to be known as the “welcoming party” of the Galápagos. However, their playfulness leads to them coming into contact with introduced and invasive species, as well as fishermen. The Galápagos sea lion population declined by 60-65% from 1978 to 2001, and it is estimated further reductions have taken place since 2001. The Galápagos National Park is working to decrease threats to sea lions and foster effective conservation programs…

Galápagos Sea Lion

The American flamingo is commonly found in shallow salty lakes and lagoons, and their long legs are great for wading. The leading hypothesis is that standing on one leg while resting may have several benefits, particularly thermoregulation. Flamingos are known for their bright coloration, which is due to the amount of beta-carotene in their diets…

American Flamingo

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