Transcription: Before the arrival of Europeans in South America in the 16th century, native populations such as the Inca had already developed elaborate civilizations. South America has diverse landscapes from spectacular waterfalls to the lush Amazon rainforest. Lake Titicaca, also in the Andes, is the world's highest large lake. The Galapagos Islands are home to unique species, such as the red-footed booby and the giant tortoise. Other animals characteristic of South America are the giant anaconda and the llama. The economies of most South American countries are not well developed. Agriculture, fishing, lu ...