Discovery of Galápagos Petrel Nests on Isabela Island Renews Conservation Hopes
Recent discoveries of Galapagos Petrel nests on Isabela Island have sparked new optimism in the conservation of this critically endangered endemic species. This is a significant step forward in the protection of one of the archipelago’s most iconic seabirds. Their breeding habitat had been under constant threat for many years. The team, led by experts […]
Collaboration in Conserving Isabela Island’s Wildlife
Galapagos Conservancy is deeply committed to the preservation of the archipelago’s unique biodiversity. In order to achieve this mission we work closely with the Galapagos National Park Directorate as well as the local community in several key projects that address urgent conservation needs. We visited Isabela Island recently to evaluate the progress and accomplishments of […]
Empowering Educators: Successful Completion of Water and Sanitation Teachers Institute in Galápagos
More than 380 Galapagos Conservancy teachers received training in person during the 15th Teachers Institute, which took place from September 9th through 13th. The focus of this year’s institute was water and sanitation issues, which are two interrelated and growingly important concerns for island residents. This same group also extended their training by using independent […]
‘Loberto and Zally’: The Children’s Story Inspiring Galápagos Sea Lion Conservation
Galapagos Marine Reserve has a variety of unique species, which not only attracts thousands of tourists each year but are also vital to the health and wellbeing of the marine ecosystem. These species include the Galapagos Sea Lion ( Zalophus wollabaeki ) as well as the Galapagos Fur Seal ( Arctocephalus galapagoensis ). Both are […]
Advances in the Conservation of the Yellow Land Iguana at Cartago Bay
A team of Galapagos Conservancy specialists and park rangers from the Galapagos National Park Directorate led by Dr. Jorge Carrion, of the Galapagos Conservancy embarked recently on a crucial mission to safeguard the last wild population of yellow land Iguanas (Conolophus Subcristatus) of Galapagos. Cartago Bay is a rugged, remote and seldom visited area on […]
Revitalizing San Cristóbal: The Remarkable Benefits of Reviving a Critical Water Source
In the Galapagos Islands, water insecurity is a problem that has existed for centuries. This issue is even more acute in this era of climate changes. Galapagos Conservancy has responded by supporting Grace Unda through its conservation grant program in order to restore the freshwater source on San Cristobal Island that is critical for […]