After more than 180 years, giant tortoises have returned to Floreana Island—reviving a lineage once thought extinct. Discover how hybrid tortoises were identified, bred, and carefully reintroduced, and why their comeback marks a turning point for island restoration, ecosystem recovery, and one of Galápagos’ most ambitious conservation efforts.

A Quito Photographer's Chronicles in the Enchanted Islands

Discover the Galapagos Christmas Bird Count Sticker Collector's Book, created by the Charles Darwin Foundation to engage youth in bird conservation. Learn about native bird species and download this educational resource today

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.