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an archipelago on the equator in the Pacific, about 600 miles (965 km) W of and belonging to Ecuador: many unique species of animal life. 4058; 3029 sq. mi. (7845 sq. km).
Also called Colón Archipelago.
Spanish, Archipiélago de Colón.
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Galápagos Islands [(guh-lah-puh-gohs, guh-lap-uh-gohs)]Groups of islands in the Pacific Ocean off South America, owned by Ecuador.
Note: The islands are known for their tortoises, penguins, marine iguanas, and other unusual animals.
Note: Charles Darwin visited these islands and gathered evidence that supported his theory of natural selection.
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