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Because of their isolation, islands often develop unique ecosystems with specialized plant and animal life.

An island is a piece of land completely surrounded by water, distinct from a continent. Islands are often seen as isolated paradises, offering a retreat from the busy world, where time seems to slow down—often referred to as "island time". ISLAND

Islands can be formed by volcanic activity, tectonic movements separating land from continents, or through coral reef growth (atolls). Because of their isolation, islands often develop unique