Celebrating the Galápagos Penguin on World Penguin Day
![Three Galápagos penguins together witness the sunset at Punta Moreno, Isabela.](https://galapagosislands.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/celebrating-the-world-penguin-day-1024x683-1.webp)
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
![A petrel tends to its nest, displaying the characteristic paternal care of these endemic birds in their natural environment.](https://galapagosislands.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/conserving-galapagos-petrel-plan-for-survival-1024x683-1.webp)
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
![Geovanna Morales, an artist and entrepreneur, is dedicated to protecting the Vermilion Flycatcher through her art and passion for nature.](https://galapagosislands.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/artistic-initiative-inspires-conservation-darwin-flycatcher-1024x683-1.webp)
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
![A devoted albatross couple carefully tends to their nest, showcasing the species' profound commitment to their offspring.](https://galapagosislands.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/discovering-albatross-nesting-areas-in-galapagos-1024x683-1.webp)
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
![Discovery of a smooth hammerhead shark surfacing in a bay off Isabela Island.](https://galapagosislands.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/discovery-new-nursery-area-smooth-hammerhead-sharks-1024x683-1.webp)
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 […]
A well-deserved tribute to the educators of Galápagos who inspire present and future generations
![Bexi Cedeño (center) receives a certificate of honor for her 30 years of service as a teacher alongside Jenny Macías, our expert in environmental education.](https://galapagosislands.travel/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/tribute-educators-galapagos-present-future-generations-1024x683-1.webp)
We honor more than 470 teachers this month who work tirelessly to educate over 7,500 students on the four inhabited Galapagos islands. They are more than just teachers — they’re guides and mentors who actively shape the holistic development and future generations. In their work as teachers they do not only impart academic knowledge, but […]