Visitor Sites: Mosquera Islet

Mosquera Islet - Mosquera

Mosquera Islet

Mosquera Island, Galapagos

Located between the islands of Baltra and North Seymour, this reef of rocks and coral (the result of an uprising) is only 160 meters across at its narrowest width. This island has one of the largest populations of sea lions and is home to many shorebirds. There have been occasional reports at this site of Orcas feeding on sea lions.

Highlights: Orcas, Sea lions, shore birds
Activities: Dinghy ride, snorkeling
Landing: No Landing
Difficulty: Easy

Galapagos Islands Map - Mosquera Islet, Mosquera