An invasive species is an organism that causes ecological or economic harm in a new environment where it is not native.
Former Communications & Marketing Officer at Galapagos Conservation Trust
An invasive species is an organism that causes ecological or economic harm in a new environment where it is not native.
Invasive species are of particular concern for the conservation of islands like Galapagos. Despite their high levels of biodiversity, islands also have high levels of endemic species – species which are found nowhere else on Earth. Invasive species are capable of causing extinctions of native plants and animals, reducing biodiversity, competing with native organisms for limited resources, and altering habitats.
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You can find out more about our projects which tackle the issue of invasive species below.
Mangrove finch fledgling © Francesca Cunninghame
Vermilion flycatcher © Rob Jansen
Floreana © Ivan Dario
