The Ogasawara Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Japan, form a remote subtropical archipelago renowned for their unique biodiversity and evolutionary significance. These volcanic islands host over 440 species of native plants and rare endemic wildlife, such as the Bonin flying fox, thriving in isolation from mainland influences. Their pristine beaches, coral reefs, and rugged landscapes highlight a natural laboratory of ecological adaptation and geological history.

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