How Galapagos marine iguanas physically shrink to survive El Niño

Nature · Published 9 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: In the isolated Galapagos archipelago, marine iguanas face extreme environmental shifts. This video explores how these unique reptiles can actually change their body size to endure the impact of El Niño hurricanes.

Located 600 miles off the South American mainland, the Galapagos Islands serve as a unique laboratory for survival. This footage examines how marine iguanas adapt to the harsh conditions brought by El Niño hurricanes through physical changes in their size.

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