May 22: Celebrating International Day for Biological Diversity
The World celebrates International Day for Biological Diversity on May 22. This is an opportunity to increase awareness of the importance of biodiversity and promote its conservation. We consider the importance of protecting and caring for our planet. Biodiversity plays a fundamental role in the sustainability and well-being of humans by providing ecosystem services such […]
Celebrating the Galápagos Penguin on World Penguin Day
World Penguin Day, celebrated on the 25th of April, is a day to promote awareness for these amazing birds. The Galapagos Penguin is one of the most remarkable. It’s scientific name is Spheniscus Mendiculus. This species can only be found in Galapagos, where it sometimes ranges north of equator. The Galapagos Penguin is found primarily […]
Conserving the Galápagos Petrel: A Plan for Survival
The Galapagos Petrel is one of the six seabirds that are unique to Galapagos. The Galapagos Petrel spends most of its time at the sea, searching for small fish and invertebrates. It returns to land, however, to nest in burrows that it digs into the sides of the volcanoes. It is fascinating to watch their […]
Artistic Initiative Inspires Conservation of Darwin’s Flycatcher
The Galapagos Islands are home to Darwin’s Flycatcher, Pyrocephalus nanus. It is known for the spectacular coloration of its vermillion feathers. The first time this bird was documented in 1835, during Charles Darwin’s voyage to Galapagos, is still a sighting that many visitors enjoy. Geovanna Morales is a Santa Cruz Island artist and recipient of […]
Discovering the Albatross Nesting Areas in Galápagos
Nesting of the Waved Albatross is an event that is highly anticipated in the Galapagos. The nesting colonies of these magnificent seabirds are located on Espanola island, the only place where they nest. They can be studied here and important information can be collected to help protect this iconic species. Reproductive cycle and feeding The […]
Discovery of a New Nursery Area for Smooth Hammerhead Sharks in Galápagos
The Galapagos National Park Directorate reported that a nursery site was discovered for smooth hammerheads ( Sphyrna zygaena ) in a bay near Isabela Island. The discovery, made by Greenpeace during a recent exploration in the Galapagos Marine Reserve has generated significant interest in the scientific community because of the rarity of seeing smooth hammerheads […]