Science

Genetics, taxonomy and marine iguanas

In this activity (suitable for GCSE students), students will use genetic data to identify subspecies of marine iguana and understand how this data can help conservation efforts. Resources in English.

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Science

Evolution in a day

Having trouble getting to grips with teaching evolution? Let the animals of the Galapagos take you on an evolutionary adventure. Resources in English and Spanish.

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Science

Gene banks to maintain biodiversity - Save our seeds

This case study takes students to the Millennium Seed Bank and shows how scientists are working hard to preserve many of the world’s plant species. ​Resources in English.

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Science

Evolution of the Galapagos giant tortoise

This activity investigates how Galapagos giants have evolved to become separate species. How do we know which island a tortoise is from just by looking at it?​ Resources in English and Spanish.

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