CDF scientists carrying out coral reef research (Home Page).jpg One in five threatened marine species may be extinct

According to the Charles Darwin Foundation's Stuart Banks, one in five of the 43 threatened Galapagos marine species may already be extinct...more

Bluer Boobies don't feel blue

Something which Charles Darwin failed to spot when he visited Galapagos was the smile on those male Blue-footed boobies who skip a breeding season. The reason for the smile? Those males which abstain for a year have feet which are a brighter blue and more attractive to females...more

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We are currently looking for an Office Administrator to join our small team. This key role will be responsible for the smooth running of our small, busy office, provide PA support to the Chief Executive and assist with events, fundraising and our membership database. .... more

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Feb 02

Monitoring of sea turtle nesting sites resumes

The Galapagos National Park Service (GNPS) and the Charles Darwin Foundation (CDF), with support from local and foreign volunteers, have

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Jan 17

Lady Philippa Scott

Many GCT supporters will have heard the sad news that Lady Philippa Scott, a former vice president of the Galapagos

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