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Carlos Espinosa/CDF

Species Database Blapstinus lugubris (Boheman, 1858)

Carlos Espinosa/CDF

Species Database Scaevola plumieri (L.) Vahl

Monitoring Penguins and Cormorants in the West of the Galapagos

Species Database Avipoxvirus canarypox virus

Carlos Espinosa/CDF

Species Database Laurencia ligulata E.Y. Dawson

Carlos Espinosa/CDF

Species Database Engina pyrostoma (G. B. Sowerby I, 1832)

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.

Exploring the intersection of marine conservation and small-scale fisheries

Carlos Espinosa/CDF

A Homecoming for Floreana

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.