Andre Hartslief
Remote and remarkable, the gorgeous Galápagos Islands are a haven for wildlife lovers. But there is trouble brewing in paradise. More than 170,000 tourists head here on an annual basis, keen to see the famed Giant Tortoises and countless other creatures at close quarters.
But increasing numbers are putting quite a strain on this minuscule dot in the ocean. One proposal being considered is a cap to limit visitors. Yet this will not solve all the island’s mounting issues. Global warming is having a major impact here and, as the ocean temperatures continue to rise, so is the highwater mark. The region’s marine life is under serious threat. get the denialists to tell the sea-life it’s their imagination. Climate change is directly causing widespread coral bleaching, damaging the reefs and killing the marine life there. Moreover, pollution, illegal fishing and the ever-present risk from the El Nino weather system put the Galápagos Islands in grave danger.
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Do you even care?
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Yes
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No
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So very sad for the animals. It is heartbreaking and yes I do care.
Yes, I care and if it would help the animals there then I think tourism should be very limited.
Of course, I care. Our world is so polluted that heart bleeds looking at some countries. And global warming is a real threat. So sad that those who can change something, actually care very little.