Recognized by UNESCO for its incredible biodiversity, this place is home to species that exist only on these islands.

Over time, winds carried seeds, birds, and insects to the island, which then developed into the unusual plants and animals seen today. The Socotra warbler, Socotra bunting, ghost crab, Socotra ...

They talk about their lives on the island of Socotra, in a language whose origins are lost in time—unchanged for centuries and understood today by fewer people than live in Ames, Iowa.

The place remains a fascinating destination for those looking to experience one of the world’s most extraordinary natural ...