Here are two great examples of successful conservation projects to protect endangered Galapagos species. Galapagos Tortoise Conservation. Galapagos Penguin Conservation. Galapagos Marine Conservation. Control of Invasive Species at Galapagos. Prevention of New Invasive Species. Responsible Fishing. Plastic Trash & Recycling. What can we do to protect the Galapagos Islands from climate change? To protect the […]

Archipiélago de Colón. The Galápagos Islands (Spanish name: Archipiélago de Colón or Islas Galápagos, from galápago, “saddle”- after the shells of saddlebacked Galápagos tortoises) are an archipelago made up of 13 main volcanic islands, 6 smaller islands, and 107 rocks and islets. What is the nickname of the Galapagos Islands? Enchanted IslandsThe term “Enchanted Islands” […]

Racer snakes on Galapagos are constrictors and only mildly venomous. They are known to prey on lava lizards, geckos, insects, iguanas, mice, rats and hatchlings of several bird species. What does the Galapagos racer eat? The western subspecies specializes in hunting fish, while both subspecies eat small reptiles, eggs, rodents, and bird hatchlings. The Galapagos […]

What makes the Islands so unique? The Galapagos Islands are famous for their wide range of endemic species, species that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. When a species only exists in one place (such as the Galapagos giant tortoise) it is known as being endemic. What makes the Galapagos Islands unique to […]

BY AIR. Wind is thought to have played a major role in transporting spores of the lower-form plants, such as ferns, mosses, and lichens, to the Galapagos Islands.The weaker-flying land birds and bats (2 species) likely arrived with the help of the wind. How did animals get on islands? Floating is one way animals get […]

Despite being found on several islands across this range, different crocodile groups haven’t evolved into completely unique species—the way Darwin’s finches evolved on the Galápagos Islands. That suggests the crocodiles are somehow island hopping, keeping the overall gene pool well mixed. Are there crocodiles or alligators in Ecuador? The American crocodile is now rare within […]

Snorkeling and kayaking are the best ways to encounter these playful creatures, and while they may seem abundant, they are sadly endangered. Pollution, bycatch and climate change are among the top threats Galápagos Penguins face. What are 3 reasons animals are endangered? What Are the Causes of Animals Becoming Endangered? Loss of Habitat. One of […]

On the Galapagos Islands, Darwin also saw several different types of finch, a different species on each island. He noticed that each finch species had a different type of beak, depending on the food available on its island.Finches that ate small nuts and seeds had beaks for cracking nuts and seeds. Why were the finches […]

The Galapagos were discovered in 1535 by Fray Tom s de Berlanga, the Bishop of Panama. This was the time of Spanish exploration and discovery, and followed Magellan’s circumnavigation of the globe by a just a dozen years and Balboa’s discovery of the Pacific by two dozen. de Berlanga, however, was no explorer. Who first […]

5 weeks. 1. How long was Charles Darwin on the Galapagos Islands? Charles Darwin & The Beagle spent 5 weeks in the Galapagos carefully charting the archipelago. How long was Charles Darwin’s voyage to the Galapagos Islands? 5 weeksDarwin travelled around the Galapagos Islands for 5 weeks visiting: San Cristobal 17 -22 September. Floreana 24 […]

Taxi & Water Taxi Taxi rides in any of these towns generally cost approximately $1 to $2 per person, but expect to pay more for trips outside town limits. To get to more remote coastal areas, you can also hail a water taxi, which typically costs $1 per person. How do you get around the […]

It is believed that a few seed-eating finches were blown from South America to the Galapagos Islands many years ago. The distance between the islands meant that the finches on different islands could not fly between them, so the populations on the different islands gradually evolved to suit their new habitats. Where did all of […]

There are thirteen major islands and a handful of smaller islands that make up the Galápagos archipelago. The largest of the islands is called Isabela. It is approximately 129 kilometers (80 miles) long. Repeated volcanic eruptions helped to form the rugged mountain landscape of the Galápagos Islands. What are the 7 islands of Galapagos? List […]

The Galapagos Islands are a fragile environment, easily affected by weather phenomena and sudden changes in the world’s patterns that make us realize how all our actions are inextricably connected. To care about and protect the Galapagos means to care about and protect the world’s threatened environments and resources. Why are the Galapagos Islands so […]

The Galapagos were discovered in 1535 by Fray Tomás de Berlanga, the first bishop of Panama, who happened upon the islands by pure chance during a sailing voyage to Peru. All in all, his encounter with the islands was not a happy one. Who first visited the Galapagos Islands? The islands have a population of […]