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Camarhynchus parvulus (Gould, 1837)
Species Database Camarhynchus parvulus (Gould, 1837)
Camarhynchus psittacula Gould, 1837
Species Database Camarhynchus psittacula Gould, 1837
Certhidea olivacea Gould, 1837
Species Database Certhidea olivacea Gould, 1837
Hope for the Little Vermilion Flycatcher on Santa Cruz Island
2017-2018 Annual Report Launch
Gender perspective in the archipelago’s artisanal fisheries
The “Protect the Fins” Campaign and Its Impact on the Community
CDF scientists share latest scientific advances at IV Galapagos Science Symposium
Carlos Espinosa
Sustainability for Conservation

While the Galapagos Islands remain one of the best-conserved destinations in the world, they are faced with numerous challenges that are derived from growth in tourism and local population. The Charles Darwin Foundation is investigating how sustainable practices across multiple sectors such as urban planning and energy can mitigate these impacts while enhancing local community well-being through the health of the islands' socio-ecosystems.

New 25-Year Deal to Boost Scientific Research and Environmental Conservation in the Galapagos Islands
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Species Database Doryopteris concolor (Langsd. & Fisch.) Kuhn
Nephrolepis biserrata (Sw.) Schott
Species Database Nephrolepis biserrata (Sw.) Schott
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Species Database Asplenium pumilum Sw.
Asplenium otites Link
Species Database Asplenium otites Link
Juan Manuel Garcia-CDF
Giant tortoise conservation

Giant tortoises are emblems of Galapagos. They are critical ecosystem engineers and they are also important for the local economy. Yet all 12 species of Galapagos Giant Tortoises are of conservation concern. Our work focuses on conserving these gentle giants through research and education.

Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Species Database Asplenium cristatum Lam.
Blechnum polypodioides Raddi
Species Database Blechnum polypodioides Raddi
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Species Database Pityrogramma calomelanos (L.) Link
Nephrolepis undulata (Afzel. ex Sw.) J. Sm.
Species Database Nephrolepis undulata (Afzel. ex Sw.) J. Sm.
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Species Database Tyrannus tyrannus Linnaeus, 1758