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Research to Eradicate Philornis downsi in Galapagos Moves Ahead
Identifying strategies against a bio-invasion in Galapagos: the parasitic fly Philornis downsi
Philornis downsi (Dodge & Aitken, 1968)
Species Database Philornis downsi (Dodge & Aitken, 1968)
Rashid Cruz-CDF
Research Data Repository Monitoreo semanal de Philornis downsi 2016-2023
Rashid Cruz-CDF
Research Data Repository Propuesta Científica DPNG Philornis downsi 2023
Rashid Cruz-CDF
Research Data Repository Propuesta Científica DPNG Philornis downsi 2024
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.

Reducing the Threat of a Parasitic Fly on Galapagos Landbirds
Invasive Parasitic Fly Attacks the Galapagos Martin
Geospiza fuliginosa Gould, 1837
Species Database Geospiza fuliginosa Gould, 1837
My Experience Rearing Flies in Galapagos
Maria Igual
Using Nature to Bring Back Nature

The Galápagos Islands face a growing threat from invasive species that endanger native biodiversity. Classical biological control, using natural enemies to regulate these species, offers a sustainable and safe way to restore ecological balance and protect this unique ecosystem.

Camarhynchus psittacula Gould, 1837
Species Database Camarhynchus psittacula Gould, 1837
Philornis downsi, an invasive fly.
Introduced Species Dashboard Galapagos Introduced Species Dashboard
Camarhynchus pallidus (P.L.Sclater & Salvin, 1870)
Species Database Camarhynchus pallidus (P.L.Sclater & Salvin, 1870)
Geospiza fortis Gould, 1837
Species Database Geospiza fortis Gould, 1837
Birds and Flies: A Conservation Challenge
Columba livia Gmelin, 1789
Species Database Columba livia Gmelin, 1789
Setophaga petechia aureola (Gould, 1839)
Species Database Setophaga petechia aureola (Gould, 1839)
Certhidea olivacea Gould, 1837
Species Database Certhidea olivacea Gould, 1837