Does Galapagos Have Scorpions?

Galapagos Scorpions – Two species of scorpion can be found on the islands, the endemic Centruroides exsul and an endemic subspecies of the common yellow scorpion Hadruroides maculatus. Both are relatively common but neither has a particularly serious sting for humans.

What dangerous animals live on the Galapagos Islands?

At sea, sharks and sea urchins are commonly spotted, while lion fish and other poisonous fish may also be present. Again, these creatures are not generally aggressive towards visitors and the danger is very small if you keep a safe distance.

Are there Komodo dragons in Galapagos?

Komodo dragons live on several islands in Indonesia, not the Galapagos islands. They live in forests and grasslands near the beach on these islands...