Discovering Galápagos Cacti and Their Resilient Beauty

The Galápagos Prickly Pear (Opuntia echios var. echios) is not utilized by people but is the principal source of food for tortoises, iguanas and various bird species.

Discovering Galapagos Cacti & Their Resilient Beauty Cacti are silent witnesses of life’s most resilient forms in the remote and magical Galapagos Archipelago. They rise majestically from volcanic rocks and arid land. They have adapted and survived over the years, despite the challenging terrains and lava-fields of the Galapagos Islands. This story explores the world […]

Experiential Education Inspires Youth Leadership and Conservation

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Youth Leadership and Conservation Inspired by Experiential Learning Environmental conservation and experiential learning have become increasingly important in the Galapagos Islands. A growing number of islanders recognize that education is a key tool in raising environmental awareness. Sebastian Pilla is a Galapagos native and a shining example. He embarked in 2023, in his last year […]

How One Woman Is Leading Galápagos’ Sustainable Style Revolution

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Galapagos Sustainable Style Revolution: How one woman is leading the way Diana Garcia’s inspiring story is a great example of how sustainable fashion can be found in the Galapagos Islands. Diana Garcia, with the support of Galapagos Conservancy is changing the textile industry in her locality by combining beauty and environmental responsibility. She’s also reshaping […]