Genovesa Island: the “Bird Island”
Genovesa has been closed to public since September last year after positive cases of Avian Influenza.
The “Bird Island”, located in the northern part, is home to the largest colony of Sula sula on earth.
In addition to the Sula sula species, Genovesa is also home to a great variety of frigatebirds, Nazca boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, wedge-rumped storm petrels, red-billed tropic birds, true finches and mockingbirds.
Genovesa Island: Latest News and Updates
The GNPD announced on Wednesday, April, 24, 2024, that they are evaluating the reopening of Genovesa, after negative samples of avian influenza:
“The last samples were negative. Now the island is in the quarantine stage. The final study will take about three weeks”.
“In 21 days, the Galápagos National Park will continue to monitor the avian influenza, and if the results remain negative it will be reopened”.
In addition to Genovesa, the corresponding authorities closed some areas on San Cristobal and Isabela, although the restrictions were lifted.
However, several protocols remain in place to guarantee the safety of visitors and wildlife, as well as assistance from the GNP for authorized tourist boats.
The Galápagos Islands: A Unique Natural Paradise in the World
Thanks to the land and marine biodiversity of the Galápagos, this exclusive natural paradise inspired Charles Darwin to develop his Theory of Evolution.
Furthermore, it is one of the best-preserved marine reserves in the world and consists of thirteen large islands.
Fragata Yacht and Golondrina Yacht: Genovesa Island Itinerary
Fragata Yacht and Golondrina Yacht offer their guests the unforgettable experience to visit Genovesa through the Itinerary “C”.
As soon as the GNP issues an official statement about its reopening, we will set sail to this paradise for bird lovers.
In the Galapagos, there are 56 bird species, forty-five of them endemic (species exclusive to the archipelago).
Among them the Galapagos penguin, the Galapagos hawk, the Galapagos petrel and the Galapagos dove.
Furthermore, there are twenty-nine migratory bird species.
