ISLAS BALLESTAS

Ballestas Islands Paracas

The Ballestas Islands are some islands in the Pacific Ocean near the coast of Peru .

Located 260 km south of Lima, Paracas in Pisco province .

The landing of tourists in these islands is not allowed to not disturb the animals that live there , but the boats are close enough so that they can enjoy the beauty of these animals.

The abundant life that exists in Paracas Bay and the islands is made possible by the cold Humboldt current .

The Humboldt Current is the water that fills the Ballestas Islands plankton and microorganisms , further enriching this sea with schools of fish like sole, cojinovas , croakers, anchovies and toyos .

Animals of the Ballestas Islands

The Humboldt penguin

When we think of penguins quickly associate with the cold of Antarctica.

The Humboldt penguin is the only penguin species in Peru.

Lives in the desert coasts of Peru and Chile. spends most of its life at sea , in the Peruvian Humboldt Current.

Another name given to these Humboldt penguins, is Bird Child. These penguins eat anchovy and silversides and live up to 20 years .

other birds

Thousands of seabirds flying between the Ballestas Islands and may even see their nests on rocks , among them are the pelican , condor, boobies , flamingos, etc. .

Mammals of the islands

Sea lions probably closer to the boat and many penguins are on the hills and in the water.

Sea lions stationed on the rocky beaches of the surf hitting fight fiercely to maintain the hegemony of his harem , normally composed of 12 females .

dolphins

Dolphins frequently visit the waters around the Ballestas Islands