Our Experts at the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centers
The Galapagos giant turtle’s recovery is a great example of how scientific insights can be used to create innovative conservation. In 1965, captive rearing programs were established for giant tortoises. These programs have been crucial to the recovery of several tortoise species. The programs are designed to raise tortoises safely during the first five years […]
Our Ongoing Commitment to Coral Conservation in Galápagos
Galapagos Conservancy proudly supports the conservation efforts of Galapagos National Park Directorate. This includes the Project for Resilient Corals in the Central-South Bioregion, Galapagos Marine Reserve. This initiative is designed to protect coral reefs, one of the most fragile ecosystems within the reserve. These reefs are vital to the health of marine life and are […]
Local Communities Are Key to Preserving the Wonders of the Galápagos
Galapagos Conservation understands that conservation of the unique biodiversity on the islands requires engagement with the whole community. Galapagos is home to many local communities that have a valuable resource – a generational, deep understanding of the environment. Su local ecological knowledge proporciona una vision matizada de los ecosistemas y las especies que habitan en […]
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 […]
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 […]