Galapagos photos

Cactus

In the dry inland portions of the Galapagos Islands the most common plant is the Cactus. These succulents, able to store water in their stems and leaves, thrive in hostile climates and during times of drought. Most cacti have spines, which have evolved from leaves. Endemic cacti in the Galapagos include the Lava Cactus, Candelabra Cactus, and the species of Opuntia (Prickly Pear) found in the Galapagos.