Invasive Species in Galapagos
Guest blog by GCT volunteer- Camilla Oxley An invasive species is any living organism that is not native to an…
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Blog: Interest
La Cumbre Volcano on Fernandina bursts into life after 8 years of lying dormant
On 4 September 2017 local guides sailing near to Fernandina island reported volcanic activity coming from the 4,843 foot high…
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Uh oh… Galapagos giant tortoises may give invasive plant species a helping hand under climate change
One of the greatest threats to the native biodiversity in Galapagos is the ever increasing distribution and number of invasive…
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First ever wild whale shark ultrasound in Galapagos: is there a baby on board?
Thanks to recent ground breaking science on the whale shark population in Galapagos, much more light is being shed on…
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Sharks of the Galapagos Islands
By work experience volunteer Louisa Clogston The Galapagos Islands are home to some of the most unique and biodiverse marine…
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Symbiotic relationships in Galapagos
The natural world is full of creatures that rely on each other for survival, as well as an easier life.…
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The Importance of Opuntia
Endemic to Galapagos, the Opuntia cactus is the most widely distributed and numerous plant found in the Archipelago and is…
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A month in Galapagos – overseeing GCT’s varied projects!
Projects manager Jen Jones writes about her month spent in Galapagos, overseeing GCT’s varied projects. As projects manager for Galapagos…
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World Oceans Day 8 June – a reflection on the importance of the ocean
Reflections on the oceans of the world – from Galapagos By projects manager Jen Jones This World Oceans Day, I…
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