Searching for Evidence of Extinct Vermilion Flycatcher After Sightings on San Cristóbal
In 2016, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature, (IUCN), declared the Vermillion Flycatcher extinct in Galapagos. However, recent reports have shown that the tiny red bird is still alive on San Cristobal Island, despite being listed. Galapagos Conservancy funded the search for this iconic species this year. Pablo Escarabay is a young Galapagos […]
Galápagos Conservancy Celebrates the ABG’s 10th Anniversary
Invasive species pose the greatest threat to the integrity and health of the Galapagos ecosystems. Invasive species can threaten the survival and health of endemic species on the Islands, as they outcompete native fauna and flora. To prevent exogenous species entering the Archipelago and protect terrestrial and aquatic habitats, it is important to support the […]
OMCA’s Women Partners Strengthened
Galapagos Conservancy’s priority is to support women entrepreneurs based on the Islands. We provide funding to local businesses that directly contribute to the sustainability and well-being of island ecosystems as part of our Women in Sustainable Entrepreneurship program (WISE). Galapagos Conservancy has supported the work of Cecilia Alvear Women’s Organization on San Cristobal Island (OMCA), […]
Galápagos Conservancy Conservation Center a Great Success
Galapagos Conservancy has had over 3,200 visitors to its Conservation Center since opening on June 6, 2022. The Santa Cruz Island’s innovative Charles Darwin Avenue interpretive center has raised awareness of conservation issues, especially among youth. Ivonne Torres, Conservation Center Coordinator, describes the Conservation Center’s purpose as an area for inquiry and learning about Giant […]
Lonesome George Exhibit Hall Reopens its Doors to Visitors
After 20 days of renovation, the Symbol of Hope Hall where Lonesome George’s taxidermied body is displayed, reopened its doors. His body is protected from the sun by special acrylic. It is kept in a room with the right temperature and humidity to preserve it. Tourists can enjoy a 360-degree view, thanks to this adaptation, […]
Innovative Learning Strategy on Renewable Energy for Galápagos Students
More than 400 teachers from the Galapagos Pre-K-12 grades participated in intensive training at our 12th Teaching Institute. This intensive, lasting five days, is part of the ongoing Education for Sustainability Program that Galapagos Conservancy, Fundacion Scalesia and Ecuador’s Ministry of Education have implemented. Renewable energy was the integrating theme of the Institute. This topic […]