Blue Footed Booby

Blue Footed Booby

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November 21st 2009
This is probably one of the most commonly known and easily recognized bird on the Galapagos Islands. They can be found in large amounts diving head first into the water to catch fish. During mating season the male booby will strut past a female and show off his blue feet. T-shirts stating “I Love Boobies” can be found in every size and colour all over the islands, and are a popular buy for tou ... read more

South America » Ecuador » Galápagos » San Cristóbal Island

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The "Republic of the Equator" was one of three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others are Colombia and Venezuela). Between 1904 and 1942, Ecuador lost territories in a series of conflicts with its neighbors. A b... ... read more