Galápagos E-post | January 2024
The Remarkable Return of 136 Galápagos Tortoises to Their Natural Habitat
In a historic conservation effort, 136 juvenile Galápagos giant tortoises raised at the Arnaldo Tupiza Chamaidan Breeding and Rearing Center were released back into their natural habitat in the Cinco Cerros region of Isabela Island’s Cerro Azul volcano. These tortoises are critical to the Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul ecosystems’ balance. They underwent extensive preparation before being released, including quarantine, health exams, deworming, and microchipping. Their helicopter transportation, which was necessary for navigating difficult terrain, was a critical step in the recovery of tortoise populations. This successful reintroduction, which was a collaborative effort between the Galápagos National Park Directorate and Galápagos Conservancy, highlights our ongoing commitment to protecting the Galápagos Islands’ extraordinary biodiversity.
Successful Monitoring of Pink and Yellow Iguanas and Giant Tortoises at Wolf Volcano
A team from Galápagos Conservancy and the Galápagos National Park Directorate conducted an expedition to Wolf Volcano, focusing on the protection of its unique wildlife, including the critically endangered pink iguanas and giant tortoises. Learn more about a historic discovery for the species.
New Expedition Sparks Hope for Santiago’s Giant Tortoises
In a significant conservation effort, Galápagos Conservancy and the Galápagos National Park Directorate have successfully returned 136 juvenile tortoises to their natural habitat on Santiago Island in a crucial effort to maintain the ecological balance of the islands.
Alliance Against Invasion: Tackling the Ant Threat in Galápagos
Galápagos is currently facing a significant ecological threat from invasive ants, which disrupt the delicate balance of its unique ecosystem and negatively impact the economy. Efforts to combat this issue include early detection, strategic patrolling by Biosecurity Agents, and collaborations with local farmers to manage and control ant populations effectively.
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Enhancing Pet Management in the Galápagos Islands by Implementing Microchips
Galápagos Conservancy recently donated to the Agency of Biosecurity and Quarantine Regulation for Galápagos, 5,000 microchips for pet identification in Galápagos, aiding in the management of domestic animals to protect vulnerable wildlife species.
Swiss Chocolate Meets Island Conservation
Patricia Stucki, a naturalist guide and chocolate connoisseur in Galápagos, combines her Swiss heritage with island conservation, cultivating unique cacao flavors that contribute to the archipelago's biodiversity. Her initiative blends a passion for chocolate with sustainable practices.
Oscar Guiracocha is at the forefront of an innovative project, supported by Galápagos Conservancy, that transforms plastic waste into sustainable products, including the use of 3D printing technology to create a prosthetic arm.