Sequencing Galapagos and Saving Livelihoods

In 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, we launched Barcoding Galapagos, a hugely ambitious project to catalogue the biodiversity of the Islands. Crucially, we would do so by employing hard-hit professionals whose livelihoods had been affected by COVID-19.

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10 year anniversary of the death of Lonesome George

Today marks the 10 year anniversary of the death of Lonesome George. As the last known individual of his species, George continues to be a permanent icon of Galapagos conservation efforts. There is arguably no better example of this than with the recent discovery of Fernanda; a species of tortoise believed extinct found alive on Fernandina island!

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A Network to catch Marine Invasive Species

The Galapagos Islands are under threat from marine invasive species. Scientists at the Charles Darwin Foundation, together with their collaborators, are developing protocols for the prevention, detection, and management of marine invasive species in the Galapagos Marine Reserve (GMR).

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World Oceans Day 2022: Tagging Ocean Giants

World Oceans Day is held on 8 June every year to raise awareness of the vital importance of our oceans and the role they play in sustaining a healthy planet. By raising funds and awareness, Galapagos Conservation Trust are able to support and deliver projects in Galapagos and respond to key threats facing the Islands' critically endangered marine wildlife.

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Supporter Survey 2022 Results

The results are in for our Supporter Survey! Thank you to all who filled in our questionnaire. Every response has been of enormous help as we develop our conservation programmes, communications and activities.

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Protecting the Birds of Galapagos webinar 2022

Thank you to everyone who attended our Protecting Birds of Galapagos webinar. It focussed on some of the most urgent issues facing Galapagos landbirds, and the great steps been taken to remove the threats and restore the biodiversity that we have lost. We are delighted to share with you the link to a recording of the session for those who could not make it, or would like to watch it again.

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Scientists use ultra-light aircraft to tag and track whale sharks off the southern Galapagos islands for the first time

A multi-institutional team of scientists have recently concluded a ground-breaking research expedition to tag and track whale sharks, and other key migratory marine species, in the Galapagos Marine Reserve.

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How to get involved this Earth Day

Every year, Earth Day offers people around the world a chance to focus on the planet and the challenges facing it. From plastic pollution to the climate crisis, there’s no shortage of issues to tackle. Fortunately, there are many ways to get involved, whether you join a local event, host something on your own, or simply celebrate at home. Here’s what you need to know about the day’s history and how to participate.

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My time as a researcher for GCT: investigating the relationship between tourism and plastic waste in Galapagos

Will Seymour, a Masters student studying Global Sustainability Solutions, has been exploring the relationship between the tourism industry and plastic waste in Galapagos. Here he tells us how his research can help advocate for more sustainable solutions to waste management on the Islands.

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