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Juan Manuel Garcia-CDF
Our campus

Inaugurated in 1964 as a base for scientists conducting their research on Galapagos, the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island welcomes all visitors to discover how our scientific research and conservation actions ensure we safeguard one of the world’s most important natural treasures for future generations.

Juan Manuel Garcia-CDF
About us

Discover the mission, vision, and impact of the Charles Darwin Foundation. Dedicated to preserving the Galapagos Islands through groundbreaking scientific research and conservation initiatives since 1964.

Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Rubus ulmifolius Schott.
Species Database Rubus ulmifolius Schott.
CDF
Control of the avian vampire fly

In a race against time, our scientists are working hard to find ways to control the avian vampire fly (Philornis downsi), an invasive parasitic fly that is affecting the survival of the unique small landbirds of the Galapagos Islands, including the iconic Darwin’s finches.

Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Species Database Rubus megalococcus Focke
Columba livia Gmelin, 1789
Species Database Columba livia Gmelin, 1789
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Species Database Aristida repens Trin.