Honoring Galápagos National Park on its 65th Anniversary
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Galapagos National Park is the first protected area of Ecuador. We celebrate the biodiversity and conservation impact on the archipelago. The National Park, established on July 4th 1989 is a sign of Ecuador’s commitment in protecting one the most unique eco-systems in the entire world. Galapagos Conservancy is proud of the role Galapagos National Park […]
Educational Synergy for Youth and Conservation in Galápagos
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Education is a key factor in environmental conservation. Galapagos Conservation believes it is important to make sure that residents of Galapagos are aware of the importance of conservation, inspire action and contribute to conservation in the community. Galapagos Conservancy has been supporting the Association of Interpretive Guides of the Galapagos National Park (AGUIPA) since 2022 […]
Understanding the Impact of Seasonal Changes in the Galápagos Archipelago
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The Galapagos Islands are located in the Pacific Ocean, 621 miles from Ecuador’s mainland. The Galapagos boasts a remarkable biodiversity and ecosystems. The islands’ significant seasonal changes played a major role in their evolution. They have profound effects on the animal and plant life of Galapagos in ways that are often ignored. The Galapagos Islands, […]
Galápagos Conservancy’s Board of Directors Affirms Its Commitment to the Long-Term Conservation of the Galápagos Archipelago
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The Board of Directors of Galapagos Conservation (GC) toured the Galapagos Islands in order to assess the effects and progress of conservation projects that were funded and implemented by this organization. The Board of Directors of Galapagos Conservancy (GC) visited the Galapagos Islands to evaluate the progress and effects of conservation projects funded and implemented […]
Celebrating World Environment Day with Galápagos Conservancy
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World Environment Day is celebrated every year on the 5th of June. This date was established by the United Nations back in 1972 to increase global awareness of the importance of protecting our ecosystems. This day encourages us to think about our everyday actions and how they impact the environment, underlining the urgency of […]
Revitalizing our Conservation Center: A Renewed Commitment with Galápagos
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The Galápagos Conservancy’s Conservation Center in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island will soon undergo a thorough renovation. Since its opening in June 2022, the center has become a valuable source of information about the Galapagos, especially regarding the history and conservation efforts aimed at the most iconic species of the Galápagos, such as our giant […]