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An interview with our entomologist Karen Vera

Meet CDF entemologist Karen Vera who talks about her work in the field and how it contributes to the restoration of Galapagos ecosystems.

Juan Manuel Garcia-CDF
Landbird conservation

It is estimated that 20% of the populations of small landbirds found on the Galapagos Islands are declining or have gone locally extinct. Our scientists work to ensure the long-term conservation of small Galapagos landbird populations for the health of the islands’ ecosystems at large.

Joshua Vela
Sea turtle conservation

Important feeding and nesting sites for the endangered East Pacific green turtle in Galapagos are increasingly threatened by tourism, marine traffic and climate change. Our research is helping to identify the key areas where sea turtles are most vulnerable, and to develop solutions to protect them in the long term.

Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Species Database Portulaca oleracea L.
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Justicia galapagana Lindau
Species Database Justicia galapagana Lindau
Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Species Database Desmodium limense Hook.
Carlos Espinosa/CDF