- Charles Darwin Foundation

Results

Carlos Espinosa/CDF

Species Database Turbonilla galapagensis Dall & Bartsch, 1909

Species Database Lecocarpus pinnatifidus Decne

Species Database Alternanthera filifolia (Hook. f.) J.T. Howell

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 Julia thecaphora (P. P. Carpenter, 1857)

Carlos Espinosa/CDF

Species Database Grateloupia versicolor (J. Agardh) J. Agardh

Galapagos Verde 2050: Bringing ecological integrity back to South Plaza

Rashid Cruz/CDF

Understanding the movements of giant tortoises: an interview with Cristian Peñafiel

Cristian Peñafiel, our field assistant for the giant tortoise conservation program, was interviewed by our donor, Galapagos Conservation Trust, to share his experience studying these iconic animals.

Rashid Cruz/CDF

Understanding the movements of giant tortoises: an interview with Cristian Peñafiel

Cristian Peñafiel, our field assistant for the giant tortoise conservation program, was interviewed by our donor, Galapagos Conservation Trust, to share his experience studying these iconic animals.