Ecological Restoration on Floreana Island: Not at a Tortoise’s Pace!

This specimen, descended from the extinct Floreana giant tortoise species (Chelonoidis niger), is cared for at the Santa Cruz Breeding Center.

Ecological restoration in Galapagos is often a slow, methodical process. It is possible to remove invasive species square meter by sq meter. It could take decades to breed critically endangered giant turtles. It’s just the way things are. Ecological restoration can move at a faster pace on rare occasions. This will be the situation starting […]

Isabela’s Giant Tortoise Breeding Center Gets Upgraded

The breeding center has undergone renovations, with upgraded ramps, pools, and platforms significantly improving the living conditions for the tortoises.

Isabela Island is one of four inhabited islands within the Galapagos Archipelago. It boasts the most vibrant biodiversity. The iconic giant tortoises of the island are being protected with significant efforts. These magnificent creatures are vital to the Galapagos ecosystems and biodiversity. These tortoises are important, but they face constant challenges in their quest for […]