Sep 3, 2024, 02:40 PM IST

7 islands that are ruled by animals

Apurwa Amit

Miyajima, Japan

Miyajima, also known as Itsukushima, is famous for its wild deer population. The deer on the island are considered sacred and roam freely among visitors to the island.

Assateague Island 

This island is known for its population of wild horses. These horses are believed to have descended from domestic horses brought to the island by early settlers.

Aoshima Island

Aoshima Island, also known as Cat Island, is famous for its large population of feral cats. The cats outnumber humans on the island, and they are well taken care of by the local residents and tourists.

Duiker Island, South Africa

Duiker Island is home to a large colony of Cape Fur Seals. Visitors can take boat tours to see these seals in their natural habitat.

Macquarie Island, Australia

 Macquarie Island is known for its diverse wildlife, including penguins, seals, and seabirds. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its unique ecosystem.

Big Major Cay, Bahamas

Big Major Cay is also known as Pig Beach due to its population of swimming pigs. These pigs have become a popular tourist attraction on the island.

Kauai, Hawaii

It is home to a variety of animals feral chickens. Endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal, seabirds, and native forest birds like the Nene (Hawaiian Goose) are also found here.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports