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Galapagos Research Vol. 71

Galapagos Research (formerly Noticias de Galápagos) is the research journal of the Charles Darwin Foundation for the Galapagos Islands.

Date:
2024
Language:
English
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Species Database Trichomanes reptans Sw.
Important Notice

Important notice from the Charles Darwin Foundation: Fake Publication Alert

Opuntia insularis Stewart
Species Database Opuntia insularis Stewart
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Mimus parvulus Gould, 1837
Species Database Mimus parvulus Gould, 1837
Philornis downsi, an invasive fly.
Following the trail of a natural enemy

Scientists in Galápagos are tracing the origin of the invasive avian vampire fly to find a safe, long-term solution. This story follows a decade-long scientific journey into biological control—where patience, precaution, and nature itself may offer new hope for endemic birds on the brink.