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Pig Beach Island, the Bahamas: swimming pigs

Unlike their land brothers, swimming pigs that live in the Bahamas are much cuter and almost do not smell. Animals are not at all afraid of people, and when a boat with tourists arrives on the island, they immediately surround it, funny oinking. In order to avoid accidents (caused by irresponsible tourists), it is strictly forbidden to feed mammals.

Aldabra Atoll, Seychelles: hawksbill sea turtle

Turtles are found in Seychelles so often that they are even imprinted on the coat of arms of the republic, but if you want to see the rarest species - the hawksbill sea turtles - you will have to go to the small coral island of Aldabra located in the Indian Ocean.

It is possible to see these very beautiful underwater inhabitants on the verge of extinction only in the water. Their color helps them hide from danger and be invisible against the background of the seabed.

Okunoshima Island, Japan: rabbits

On the "island of rabbits" in the Inland Sea of Japan, there are about a thousand of these lovely creatures whose movement along the city streets looks very funny: sometimes a leisurely walking tourist is followed by several dozen fluffy animals begging for some treat.

The island is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination, therefore it is forbidden to come to the island with cats and dogs.

The Galapagos Islands: sea lions and marine iguanas

Exotic fauna of the Galapagos Islands, especially marine iguanas and sea lions, glorified this archipelago around the world. If it is not always possible to see marine iguanas as these unique reptiles live in water, then it is impossible not to notice sea lions on the island: these mammals gathering in small groups feel like the lords of these edges.

Itsukushima Island, Japan: deer

Numerous deer who feel absolutely comfortable in urban areas are considered as messengers of the gods on the island of Itsukushima. Moreover, like dogs, they sleep on the ground in the street, walk on the roads, run up to tourists in the hope of enjoying something delicious and even allow people to pat them.

Phi Phi Don, Thailand: monkeys

Monkeys are the full-fledged owners of the island of Phi Phi Don and one of its main attractions. During the "fascinating" excursion to the Monkey beach, at best, tourists remain without a hat, mobile phone or bag, and at worst - without something more significant. Therefore, when you visit the island it is not recommended to take especially valuable things with you.

Aruba Island, the Caribbean: flamingo

Not far from Venezuela there is a small island of Aruba where on the beach you can meet real pink flamingos. These beautiful birds are so used to tourists that they do not hesitate to go with them into the water and eat from their hands while simultaneously posing for cameras.