Remembering HRH Prince Philip

Following the death of HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, Galapagos Conservation Trust (GCT) would like to express our deepest sympathy to Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family on behalf of our members, staff, and present and past Trustees. His Royal Highness took an active interest in the Trust’s work and generously supported Galapagos Conservation Trust for many years.

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Vampire finches: how little birds in Galapagos evolved to drink blood

For most people, the word “vampire” brings to mind Dracula or perhaps slayers such as Blade or Buffy; or maybe even the vampire bats of South America. Few will think of a small and rather lovely bird – the finch.

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COVID-19: an open letter from GCT’s CEO

You may have seen through our social media channels, that due to the outbreak of COVID-19, the Galapagos Conservation Trust office is temporarily closed with all staff now working from home.

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Q&A with Galapagos student, Wilson Andrade

During December 2019, we were pleased to welcome Wilson Andrade from San Francisco University of Quito to the GCT office…

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Reducing the threat of Avian Malaria

by Liam Fitzpatrick When you think of the wildlife that lives in the Galapagos Islands, what do you think of…

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Christmas Gift Guides

Christmas is nearly upon us - get a head start on your Christmas shopping by purchasing ethical, plastic-free, charity gifts…

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Exeter University Field Trip – Diary Blog Part 4

Guest blog by Alix Zelly Whilst in Galapagos it was important for us to not simply visit, but to get…

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Island Profile; Santa Fe

Written by GCT volunteer, Sam Lewishon Santa Fe, sometimes known as Barrington island, named after Admiral Samuel Barrington, is one…

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Island Profile; Española

Written by GCT volunteer, Max Smith Española island is also known as ‘Hood’ after Viscount Samuel Hood, an English Admiral…

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