Galápagos Islands

It can be up to 5 feet long and hold its breath underwater for an hour – meet one of the ocean’s strangest survivors
Described as “imps of darkness” by naturalist Charles Darwin, marine iguanas are a unique species. Our expert guide by the Galapagos Conservation Trust reveals more about these amazing reptiles.

Galápagos giant tortoise guide: species facts, where they live, what they eat and why they are endangered
All you need to know about the Galapágos giant tortoise

How to watch Eden: Untamed Planet
In a new BBC Two series, Helena Bonham Carter introduces us to some of the planet's most stunning wildernesses around the world, and their beautiful and fascinating inhabitants.
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Galapagos Conservation Trust Photography Competition 2021
View the winning and shortlisted images from the Galapagos Conservation Trust’s annual photography competition.

How to watch Penguins: Meet The Family
Liz Bonnin narrates this BBC One programme exploring the 18 species of the penguin family.

Galapagos Conservation Trust Photography Competition 2020
See the winning and shortlisted images from the Galapagos Conservation Trust’s annual photography competition.

Wildlife first for wild whale shark ultrasounds
In a groundbreaking conservation project, the first ever ultrasounds on wild whale sharks have taken place in the Galápagos Islands.

Search on for rare Galápagos tortoise
A joint American/Galápagos expedition sets off to save two rare species of giants.
