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| Galapagos: A Natural History Guide, Seventh Edition (Odyssey Illustrated Guides) | 
| Author: Pierre Constant
Publisher: Odyssey
Category: Book
List Price: $24.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  1 reviews
Sales Rank: 323108
Media: Paperback
Edition: 7
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 316
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.4
Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 6 x 0.9
ISBN: 9622177662
Dewey Decimal Number: 918.6650475
EAN: 9789622177666
ASIN: 9622177662
Publication Date: May 15, 2006
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Product Description
Since its creation in 1968, the Galapagos National Park has been considered by UNESCO as one of the jewels of the planet. Long regarded as a mysterious and desolate archipelago, this wildlife paradise is a true showcase of evolution in action. In recent years, the newly developed Marine Reserve fulfils the ultimate purpose of the National Park Service—protection and conservation of the region, following decades of abuse by illegal fishing.
This guide describes the rich human history, the geology and origin of the islands, the "El Nino" phenomenon, the amazing natural history, villages and visitors' sites, and provides insights into the regions' fascinating residents—sea birds, endemic land birds, prehistoric reptiles, playful sea lions and the incomparably enchanting underwater world. 180 color photos, 70 maps.
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Book on the Galapagos June 10, 2007
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
Excellent coverage of the history and the geology, biology and conservation action being taken. Photographs very helpful particularly in identification of the finches.
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