Meet the charming Galapagos penguin—the only wild penguin north of the equator and one of the most endangered. Discover how science, conservation, and your support through symbolic adoption can help protect this unique species. Click to learn how you can make a real difference for penguins and the planet.

While kayaking along El Garrapatero Beach, a chance sighting led to the re-encounter of Scalesia retroflexa, one of Galápagos’ rarest plants. What began as a weekend outing became a pivotal moment for conservation. Discover how this unexpected find could reshape the future of an endangered species.

Floreana Island, heavily impacted by introduced species and biodiversity loss, now hosts one of Galápagos’ most ambitious restoration efforts. With a small community and 54 species still threatened, the Floreana Ecological Restoration Project aims to recover the island’s ecological balance through the removal of invasive species and the return of native wildlife.

Galápagos faces increasing tourism pressures that threaten its unique ecosystems. This report reviews seven international case studies to identify effective visitor-management tools—such as quotas, zoning, monitoring, and community engagement—and evaluates their relevance for Galápagos.

Behind the Floreana Finches "Flight Home": Q&A with biologist Professor Sonia Kleindorfer