The animal species on Galapagos resemble species living on the:
Correct answer: D. South American mainland
- A. Northern Europe
- B. Great Britain
- C. North American mainland
- D. South American mainland
Explanation
The animals species on the Galapagos islands resemble species living on the South American mainland. This is because the Galapagos islands are located about 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador in South America. The islands were formed by volcanic activity, and over time, various animal species migrated to the islands from the mainland.
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