This 24 sqkm2 island is the result of an uplifting that raised the sea floor 259 meters above sea level. The vegetation of the island is characterized by the presence of the largest species of the giant opuntia cactus.
Two animal species highlight this island: the Santa Fe land iguana and the Galapagos rice rat. Also you can see lava lizards and sea lions. Here there is a swimming beach and it is possible to snorkel.