Galapagos Conservancy
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Galapagos Conservancy
The Galapagos Conservancy is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to the long-term protection and restoration of the Galapagos Islands. Founded in 1985, it is the only U.S. organization focused solely on this unique ecosystem.
Mission and Work
The Conservancy aims to address the major threats facing the Galapagos, including invasive species, climate change, overfishing, and habitat degradation. It partners with local communities, the Galapagos National Park Directorate, and other conservation organizations to implement effective conservation strategies.
Key Initiatives
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Species Conservation: The organization works to save endangered species, such as the Pink Iguanas, Galapagos Penguins, Sea Lions, and Whale Sharks. It supports numerous projects to protect these species from extinction.
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Ecosystem Rewilding: The Conservancy engages in initiatives to restore the natural balance of the Galapagos ecosystems. This includes eradicating invasive predators and rewilding Giant Tortoises, crucial for maintaining terrestrial ecosystems.
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Marine Protection: Efforts focus on strengthening marine protection by expanding reserve areas and supporting research on sustainable fishing practices. Additionally, it works to restore coral reefs affected by human impacts and climate change.
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Community Engagement: The Conservancy fosters sustainability by training local teachers to integrate conservation into school curricula and by supporting eco-friendly entrepreneurship initiatives, especially those led by women.
Impact and Efficiency
The organization invests substantially in direct conservation actions and grants for its partners. It is known for its efficient use of resources, with a significant portion allocated to conservation activities.
Historical Context
Despite conflicting information about the founding date, with some sources indicating 1964 as a foundational year for another related group, the Galapagos Conservancy as it is recognized today was established in 1985. It has played a critical role in conserving the Galapagos' unique biodiversity.
Membership and Collaboration
The Galapagos Conservancy is a member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), which enhances its global influence in conservation policy and collaboration.
[1] https://iucn-members.us/member-organization/galapagos-conservancy/ [2] https://galapagosconservation.org.uk [3] https://www.galapagos.org [4] https://galapagosconservation.org.uk/about-galapagos/
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Hidden in the misty forests of Santiago Island, the Critically Endangered Galápagos Petrel is fighting to survive. This seabird spends most of its life at sea, returning only to nest in remote, humid forests where invasive species, aggressive vegetation, and habitat degradation have pushed it to the brink. But there’s hope. On a recent expedition, our team found 340 nests—108 of them active. That’s why our conservation team is taking action. Through a long-term plan grounded in science, we’re: ✅ Monitoring nest activity using GPS and drones ✅ Controlling threats like rats, ants, and invasive plants ✅ Restoring historical nesting areas blocked by aggressive vegetation growth Each nest found is a sign that the Petrel still has a chance, and that science and persistence make a difference. With support from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, this work is part of our sustained commitment to turning field data into meaningful conservation. 🪺 Read more at the link:https://go.galapagos.org/h2y8i2 #GalapagosConservancy #ConservationInAction #SaveThePetrel #SantiagoIsland #WildlifeConservation (fb)
On Endangered Species Day —and every day— your unwavering support gives life in Galápagos a future. When we open the doors to conservation, we extend an invitation to stand with nature, to defend what cannot speak for itself, and to leave something enduring behind. When we protect Endangered species such as the giant tortoises, the Waved Albatross, the galápagos sea lions, we set in motion a powerful ripple effect that restores balance across the entire archipelago. Thank you for standing with us! 💚 #galapagos #galapagosconservancy #conservation #endangeredspeciesday (fb)
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Galapagos Conservancy Home Protect Galapagos From wildlife extinctions and invasive species to habitat degradation and a changing climate Galapagos Conservancy is here to meet the greatest challenges that the Islands have ever faced. Join our community of conservation activists to protect this ecological treasure and its unique biodiversity forever. BECOME A DEFENDER OF THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS Join our online community to get the latest conservation updates and alerts delivered to your inbox. Opt out any time.
