A new podcast episode explains the full benefits of holistic restoration on Floreana Island!

Read the full ecological story of Floreana Island in the Galápagos from the early settlements to today.

Holistic restoration is at work on Floreana Island, where the largest conservation project in the history of the Galápagos is…

Astounding evidence of recovery on Ulong Island in Palau after just one year!

Astonishing results from our work to restore sites in the Republic of the Marshall Islands, boosting climate resilience and ocean…

Don't let its comparatively small land area fool you--Tokelau is a world leader in conservation!

Incredible collaboration and success in the Juan Fernández Archipelago, with thousands of threatened trees benefiting from bold conservation action!

A new paper reveals the benefits of holistic restoration on Australia's Lord Howe Island!

Nu'utele is a Key Biodiversity Site for Samoa. Our work there with our collaborators will help revitalize the island's rare,…

Sonsorol State, Palau is a unique, vibrant group of islands with a rich history. We're excited to partner with the…

A new study shows the power of seabirds to drive entire ecosystems by circulating nutrients between land and sea!

How can you make the maximum impact on the planet with your donation? Some conservation actions are most cost-effective than…

A species once thought extinct just made its comeback. A study published in PLOS ONE confirms the Leaf-toed Gecko has…

Islands are places where global climate solutions can be tested and proven, showing recovery is not only possible but fast!

A locally-extinct species of ground-dwelling bird was found on Floreana Island!

We're joining the Global Rewilding Alliance, a network of environmental organizations around the world!

Some truly good news to brighten your day. Enjoy these stories of people helping to heal the natural world--and succeeding!

Endangered Polynesian storm-petrels returning to Kamaka Island, French Polynesia within one month of social attraction tools being deployed.   Polynesian…

New research shows the vital link between island restoration, healthy seabird populations, and resilient, thriving coral reefs!

Read about Nathaniel Hanna Holloway's experience doing marine monitoring in the Galápagos!

Not all Marine Protected Areas are equally effective. A new study shows how high-quality, well-implemented MPAs provide outsized impacts for…

Elke Windschitl, our Conservation Impact Data Specialist, gives us the lowdown on

A new study reveals how seabirds, connector species between land and sea, play a huge role in the health of…

A new scientific paper is changing the way we understand Rapa Nui (Easter Island)'s ecological history!

Our proposal for a United Nations-sanctioned Decade of Island Resilience spotlights the power of global small islands!

A new scientific paper reveals how seabird-derived nutrients can rebalance the relationship between turf algae and herbivorous fish, ultimately helping…

Marine Protected Areas help fish stocks rebound, protect endangered species, and build climate resilience. Find out how islands play a…

One of the most powerful ways to restore and protect our oceans is by restoring the island ecosystems that help…

Conservation works to save species from extinction--and it works really, really well!

Islands are some of the most biodiverse places on the planet. Biodiversity, habitat diversity, and climate resilience are all linked…

Our roundup of the best photos from our team out in the field this year! On to 2026!

The United Nations Ocean Conference was an opportunity for incredible collaborations and coalitions. Joining Ocean Action 2030 was one of…

Read our position paper on The 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3) to see why we're attending and what…

Our resolution calls for a United Nations sanctioned Decade of Island Resilience. Read the full resolution here!

Read our concept proposal for our proposal to the United Nations for to create a Decade of Island Resilience!

La Municipalidad de Zapallar firmó un convenio con Island Conservation para proteger al pingüino de Humboldt y la biodiversidad de…

A new marine sanctuary preserves the sea around two key atolls in the Republic of the Marshall Islands: Bikar and…

The DIISE is full of important, publicly-accessible data about projects to remove invasive species from islands all around the world!

February 20, 2025, Bluff, New Zealand – The international conservation initiative, Island-Ocean Connection Challenge (IOCC), led by Island Conservation, Re:wild,…

A new plant species has been described--showing just how important islands are for global plant biodiversity!

Ted Haffner takes his support for Island Conservation beyond his role on the Advisory Council, journeying to Puerto Rico to…

Our Seasonal Monitoring Specialist, Cozette Romero, shares her experience on Tofua in Tonga!

Island Conservation runs on the support of champions like you--and like Balbi Brooks!

We interviewed legendary surfer Martin Daly about his vision of restoration for the Republic of the Marshall Islands!

How can your personal passion power global change? We sat down with Island Conservation supporter Joe Bouchard to discuss surfing…

Conservation is an adventure--literally! Read the tale of how Jemo and Bikar were restored, and learn how they are islands…

Travel like a local to Aotearoa New Zealand with one of our resident Kiwis' 5 favorite outdoor adventure spots!

Caren Loebel-Fried's new book tells the story of what it takes to save a species, introducing a new generation to…

We're using a cutting-edge new tool to sense and detect animals in remote locations. Find out how!

Ann Singeo, founder of our partner organization the Ebiil Society, shares her vision for a thriving Palau and a flourishing…

New environmental DNA technology can help protect vulnerable island ecosystems from destructive invasive species.  

Groundbreaking research has the potential to transform the way we monitor invasive species on islands!

Happy International Day for Biological Diversity! We're using innovation to accelerate recovery on islands around the world. Find out how!

Our team returns from Late Island, Tonga with reports that our conservation actions work! Read notes from our Conservation Impact…

Island Conservation turns 30! Three decades of work add up to an immeasurable number of positive impacts.

Investing in new technology and harnessing the power of innovation to save islands is at the core of what we…

Machine learning is helping restore Robinson Crusoe Island! Lenovo's Work for Humankind initiative funds the cutting edge of conservation.

Island Conservation seeks proposals from companies that can provide aerial support in the form of Uncrewed Aerial Systems or Helicopters.

A generous grant from NASA allows us and our partners to maximize the benefits of our island restoration work!