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Island Ecosystems

Discover how life evolves in total isolation, from giant tortoises to flightless birds.

5 Questions
5 min Est. time
Intermediate Difficulty
60% Pass mark

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Islands act as natural laboratories for evolution. Because they are isolated from the mainland, species evolve in strange and incredible ways. Test your knowledge on these unique ecosystems.

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  1. 1 Which archipelago is famous for inspiring Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection? Answer hidden
  2. 2 Why do many bird species native to isolated islands evolve to become flightless? Answer hidden
  3. 3 The island of Madagascar is the only place in the world where you can find which type of primate in the wild? Answer hidden
  4. 4 What is the term for a species that is found in a specific geographic area and nowhere else on Earth? Answer hidden
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