Witnessing the Volcanic Fury in Galápagos: Jorge Carrión’s Unique Perspective From the Field
![The Cumbre volcano on Fernandina Island, towering at 1476 meters, erupts spectacularly on March 3, 2024, as we witness the volcanic fury in the remote Galápagos Islands.](https://galapagosislands.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/witnessing-the-volcanic-fury-in-galapagos-1024x683.webp)
Few people are lucky enough to see a volcano erupt. For the second time within two years, Dr. Jorge Carrion, Director of Conservation for Galapagos Conservancy has witnessed first-hand the fury and majesty of vulcanism in these remote Galapagos Islands. Conserving endangered wildlife among volcanic eruptions Jorge led a conservation mission on Wolf Volcano in […]
World Wildlife Day: An Opportunity to Celebrate Biodiversity and Its Importance to Humanity
![Two majestic giant tortoises engage in an intriguing encounter, with open mouths and challenging gazes, reminding us of the importance of conserving wildlife on World Wildlife Day.](https://galapagosislands.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/world-wildlife-day-opportunity-celebrate-biodiversity-1024x683-1.webp)
Every year on March 3, World Wildlife Day celebrates the importance of wildlife around the world. As a leader of conservation efforts in Galapagos, our organization is a key player. We work closely together with the Galapagos Park Directorate, as well as other partners, to contribute directly to the recovery and restoration of endangered species. […]