The endemic Galapagos marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) in the Galapagos Island Archipelago, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

amplyrhynchus cristatus endemic species galapagos islands ecuador sunbathing rocky shore wildlife reptile nature adaptation environment south america coastal habitat biodiversity conservation iguana marine life zoology ecology geology sun exposure animal behavior ecosystem zoological diversity lizard cold blooded feeding evolution natural habitat tourism heritage site unique fauna atlantic ocean volcanic islands sculpture sandy beach wildlife observation coastal landscape endemic fauna reptilian traits wildlife protection national park habitat conservation biodiversity hotspot ecological study species diversity natural beauty