Biodiversity
Also known as the "Galapagos in the Orient," the Ogasawara Islands are known for their rich biodiversity and high endemism. The Ogasawara Islands are home to many unique endemic species that have undergone processes of adaptive radiation and speciation. Because the Ogasawaras are oceanic islands and have never been attached to the mainland, animals and plants had to reach the islands by air or sea, causing species to survive and evolve in unique environmental niches. Although the Ogasawaras are not as rich in flora and fauna as continental and mainland areas, its endemic ratio is very high due to ecological evolution apart from the mainland. Many of these endemic species have been greatly threatened by alien species and human disturbances. Although important conservation efforts have been made by the Japanese government and organizations, greater awareness and efforts must be made to ensure that future generations can also witness the rich biodiversity and ongoing evolutionary process of speciation of the Ogasawara Islands.
Below is a comprehensive list of the species found in the Ogasawara Islands:
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