Charles Darwin Foundation, Scientific research organization in Puerto Ayora, Ecuador.
The Charles Darwin Foundation operates a research station on Santa Cruz Island with laboratories, collections, and exhibition spaces open to the public. The facility combines active field research with areas for learning about local nature.
The foundation was established in 1959 to protect the islands and support scientific work in this unique ecosystem. Since then it has worked with international and local partners to preserve the natural resources of the Galapagos.
The foundation focuses on protecting the native species of the islands and shows their importance for understanding nature worldwide. Visitors see how scientists work on questions about adaptation and diversity.
The exhibition area is open daily and allows visitors to explore the collections and information about island nature without paying admission. Plan time to view the displays at your own pace and learn more about ongoing research projects.
The institute houses extensive collections with thousands of specimens that scientists from around the world use for their research. These holdings allow experts to better understand the biodiversity of the islands without disturbing nature itself.
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