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Galápagos giant tortoise

Tortoise DNA – Implications for Conservation

Diana Loyola, Biologist in Ecology and Management, resides on Santa Cruz Island, and leads a key investigation on avian pox, contributing to the understanding and control of this disease.

Empowering Women in Science Across Galápagos

Galápagos Conservancy staff joined the parade celebrating Galápagos' annexation to Ecuador (192nd anniversary) and provincialization (51st anniversary).

Galápagos Celebrates 51 Years of Growth and Community!

This specimen, descended from the extinct Floreana giant tortoise species (Chelonoidis niger), is cared for at the Santa Cruz Breeding Center.

Ecological Restoration on Floreana Island: Not at a Tortoise’s Pace!

The breeding center has undergone renovations, with upgraded ramps, pools, and platforms significantly improving the living conditions for the tortoises.

Isabela’s Giant Tortoise Breeding Center Gets Upgraded

Aerial view of the wetlands in southern Isabela, designated as Ramsar Site of International Importance since May 20, 2002.

Galápagos Celebrates International Wetlands Day: Highlighting Isabela’s Role as a Ramsar Site

Jenifer Suárez examines samples for the Galápagos coral restoration project

Jenifer Suárez: A Beacon Amid Global Coral Challenges

Renewal of this cooperation agreement for the year 2024, symbolizing the annual reaffirmation of Galápagos Conservancy’s ongoing support for conservation and biosecurity in the Galápagos Islands.

Renewing Our Support for the Galápagos Biosecurity and Quarantine Control Agency

Galo Ponce and his team are set for a significant training session on the beautiful Santa Cruz Island - Galápagos.

A Sustainable Approach to Recovering and Reusing Refrigerants in Galápagos

An adult Chelonoidis vicina tortoise, native to Cerro Azul volcano in southern Isabela.

Landmark Census of Giant Tortoises in Southern Isabela

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