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Floreana Island (Charles)
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Land surface: 24 km2
Elevation: 864 m
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Floreana is the southernmost island in the archipelago, Floreana is of volcanic origin, very old, and its numerous volcanoes have reached an advanced stage of erosion. In the highlands, the vegetation is diversified and luxurious. Since Floreana was the first colonized island in the 19th century, it contains many species of plants introduced by the sttlers. The conbination of nutrient-rich soil and an adecuate water supply make Floreana an island of abundant plant life. Visitor sites are Punta Cormorant, Corona del Diablo (Devil´s crown), Post office bay and black beach on the west of the island.
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Fauna
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Flora
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- Flamingos
- Sea lions
- Shore birds
- White-cheeked pintail ducks
- Rays
- Sea turtles
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- Palo Santo trees
- Hair morning glory plant
- Pasion flower
- Scalesia
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