Discovering Galapagos

Discovering Galapagos aims to engage & educate children in the UK & Ecuador via a bilingual, multi-media, free learning resource from @galapagossip & @RGS_IBG

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We’re working hard behind the scenes to make Discovering Galapagos better than ever. So you may hear less from us than usual.

In the meantime, please visit the website and leave a comment on what you would like to see improved and changed as we evolve!

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#ClimateChange is an important global concern. See how the ecosystems in Galapagos are strongly influenced by the climate. https://t.co/xKXniLgsrq #DiscoveringGalapagos

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If you only read one thing today, read this! 👀📖

Learn how iconic species of the islands have adapted to survive in a challenging environment. https://t.co/zjpNlixKM1 #DiscoveringGalapagos 🦈🐢🐧🐍🐦

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Our annual #TortoiseChampions School Competition has launched. Check out our website more details 🐢

If you haven't signed your class up yet, there is still time. Become part of a network of conservation ambassadors helping to protect this iconic species

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#MammalMonday
9 fascinating facts about Galápagos sea lions, by @galapagossip
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There are over 25,000 species of long-horned beetle across the world, one of which is the giant long-horned beetle found in Galapagos. It is over 6cm in length and its mandibles or pincers, are over 1cm long!

#HiddenGalapagos

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We were delighted to contribute to January’s evolution issue of @AquilaMag. We produced an article on Darwin’s voyage to the Islands in 1835, why we need to protect #Galapagos and the conservation work to protect the birds that Darwin discovered. https://t.co/cUfK9pcOko

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Do you want to inspire a generation of conservationists? Would you like to explore the fascinating world of the Galapagos giant tortoise? 🐢

Do you need some ideas on how to fundraise for your #TortoiseChampions membership with your class? Find out more! https://t.co/he2R1G1szB

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#DidYouKnow, as well as directly through our website, you can also download some of our resources for free on the TES website? https://t.co/kXV7epfjK3 @TesResources #Evolution #DiscoveringGalapagos

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Having trouble getting to grips with teaching #Evolution? 🐢 Let the animals of the Galapagos take you on an evolutionary adventure!
👉 https://t.co/qaL5M7pJPD #DiscoveringGalapagos

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What did Charles Darwin discover? Explore his incredible life and his experiences onboard HMS Beagle and improve your understanding of the natural world. https://t.co/atY0vgJBwh #DiscoveringGalapagos #Evolution #DiscoveringDarwin

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Our #TortoiseChampions school competition will launch on 10 January! Keep a lookout on our social media and eNewsletter for more information!

There's still time to sign up your class as Tortoise Champions - head to https://t.co/pswwtr0TDh 🐢

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"It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is most adaptable to change."
- Charles Darwin

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Have you got kids at home bored during the Christmas holidays? 🤔 What is a marine iguana? 🦎

Have a look at our amazing magazine ‘The Marine Iguana’ and discover stories, activities and facts about these "Diving Dragons" https://t.co/9iDDRsdE7v #DiscoveringGalapagos #Wildlife

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Keep a lookout on our social media and eNewsletter for information on the launch of our #TortoiseChampions school competition!

There's still time to sign up your class as Tortoise Champions and inspire future conservationists - head to https://t.co/pswwtr0TDh 🐢

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#DidYouKnow that Galapagos is home to over 9,000 species? Discover how many cannot be found anywhere else in the world on #DiscoveringGalapagos 🌎 https://t.co/RT2u6dRdeZ

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#DidYouKnow that in December giant tortoise eggs begin hatching? Take a look at our amazing tortoise factsheet! 🐢 #DiscoveringGalapagos #Wildlife

https://t.co/74GyJSYJRR

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#DidYouKnow, as well as directly through our website, you can also download some of our resources for free on the TES website? https://t.co/kXV7epfjK3 @TesResources #Evolution #DiscoveringGalapagos

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Over 80 species are listed as #Endangered or #CriticallyEndangered in #Galapagos.

#InvasiveSpecies cause devastation to the native wildlife, especially to the land birds on the Islands.

Help save Darwin's birds from #Extinction: https://t.co/mrFlzmSOpc
#WildlifeConservationDay

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