Decade-long effort to rid Lehua Island, Hawai’i of invasive rats confirmed a success, securing the island as a safe haven for threatened and endangered Hawaiian seabirds. (LĪHUʻE) – Just in time for Earth Day 2021, Lehua Island, the tiny, but mighty island off Kaua‘i’s west shore has been declared free of damaging, introduced (invasive) rats. […]| Island Conservation
Island Conservation Project Manager Tommy Hall invites you into the tropical, day-to-day fieldwork on Kayangel, Palau. By: Tommy Hall The only way to get to Kayangel is by boat, that is, unless you have a helicopter waiting for you on the mainland of Palau. In this region travel plans are at the mercy of the […]| Island Conservation
As Earth Day approaches, Island Conservation will share stories of hope and success in conservation. The first project of its kind in the United States, the restoration of Anacapa Island, helps the Scripps’s Murrelets avoid “Endangered” listing. Only 14 miles off the coast of Ventura, California, lies the three islands that form Anacapa Island. They, […]| Island Conservation
As Earth Day approaches, Island Conservation will share stories of hope and success in conservation. Researchers record Tufted Puffins nesting on Hawadax Island, Alaska formerly known as Rat Island, for the first time ever. The Aleutian Archipelago, which Hawadax Island forms a key part of, has been designated a Biosphere Reserve for over 40 years. […]| Island Conservation
Island Conservation has always been committed to protecting our world’s biodiversity by removing a primary threat: invasive species on islands. Islands are home to a plethora of unique and ecologically important plants and animals. Invasive species pose the biggest threat to these fragile ecosystems. Island Conservation removes invasive species from islands to restore biodiversity and benefit […]| Island Conservation
Palmyra Atoll has been declared a Hope Spot due to its diversity of life and critical importance to the health of the world’s oceans. Hope is key to conservation. Hope drives the ability for conservationists to continue working day after day to protect species, especially as species and ecosystems around the world experience drastic effects […]| Island Conservation
In support of work led by the Galápagos National Park, Island Conservation, Charles Darwin Foundation, The Raptor Center, and Bell Laboratories announce that several Galápagos Islands are confirmed free of invasive rodents. Click here to download a .pdf version of this press release Contact: Rosita Leon, Head of Public Relations, Galápagos National Park, rleon@dpng.gob.ec Amy Carter, […]| Island Conservation
Endangered Seabird Population Flourishing on Chilean Island for First Time in Decades Thanks to Invasive Rabbit Removal| Island Conservation
With support from the Kingdom of Tonga’s Environment Department, Late Island has now become the largest island in the Pacific to have been cleared of invasive species. This is a historic landmark: Tonga is now leading the Pacific region in efforts to scale up invasive species management and rewilding projects. Late Island’s rich, biodiverse ecosystem is now ready for the reintroduction of native species.| Island Conservation
Two species that were previously extinct on the Galapagos Islands have reappeared a decade after an invasive predator population was eradicated| Island Conservation
Restoring islands for nature and people worldwide.| Island Conservation
As Earth Day approaches, Island Conservation will share stories of hope and success in conservation. Pinzón Giant Tortoises successfully hatch in the wild for the first time in over 150 years, providing hope for the future of the species. The restoration of Pinzón and Plaza Sur Islands in the Galápagos is one of the most […]| Island Conservation
Everything you need to know about nature-based carbon capture and how it helps islands build climate resilience!| Island Conservation
The global economy loses more than $423 billion every year to invasive species which threaten nature, food security, and human health. A new report by the International Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) shows that invasive species pose a major threat to biodiversity, healthy ecosystems, and sustainable communities. Aimed at policymakers around the world, […]| Island Conservation
Island Conservation is at COP28! Read about one of the most important forums for climate change in the world and see what we'll get up to.| Island Conservation
Imagine there is a leak in your ceiling at home and every time it rains, it just keeps getting worse. You keep replacing the buckets to collect the dripping water, but you and your family are frustrated that it is a continuous problem. One day, you decide to find and fix the source of the […]| Island Conservation
Island Conservation's new Vice President was interviewed on ABC. Listen now to hear about amazing recovery on islands around the world!| Island Conservation
Learn about DEI, environmental justice, and the motivating ethic of our mission in this interview with Aleida Fuentes-Boles!| Island Conservation
New research shows the vital link between island restoration, healthy seabird populations, and resilient, thriving coral reefs!| Island Conservation
Cameron Diver, our new VP of Conservation, talks international relations, community engagement, and the bright future of conservation!| Island Conservation
After 8 impactful years, Dr. Karen Poiani officially hands the reins over to our new Chief Executive Officer – Dr. Penny Becker!| Island Conservation
Read about Nathaniel Hanna Holloway's experience doing marine monitoring in the Galápagos!| Island Conservation
What is holistic restoration? Read all about this incredible method to restore ecosystems for people and nature!| Island Conservation
What does an Island Conservation project sound like? Listen to the new episode of Voice of Tangaroa to get the inside scoop on Late Island!| Island Conservation
Loosiep Island in Ulithi Atoll, Yap State, is now confirmed to be free from damaging invasive species!| Island Conservation
Island Conservation turns 30! Three decades of work add up to an immeasurable number of positive impacts.| Island Conservation
