These are two small islets that were uplifted a short distance from the east coast of Santa Cruz. The unusual vegetation and location of the island create an interesting landscape in which the fauna and flora of Galapagos are enhanced. Moreover despite its small size, some of the most interesting and outstanding species of the archipelago live here. It is possible to guarantee the observation of land iguanas, that often are in the shade of a cactus.

Nesting on the rugged southern cliffs,the swallow–tailed gulls are usually seen along with various other sea birds. The protected rocky seashore is a prime habitat for a large colony of noisy sea lions. The principal attraction of Plazas are the land iguanas, the sea lions and the swallow – tailed gulls, Also we can see yellow – tailed mullets, Audubon’s shearwaters, red-billed tropicbirds, frigate birds gliding past the cliff, brown pelicans gliding past the cliff.