The Galápagos Archipelago's endemic seabirds

 

face extinction risks from climate change, pollution, and contaminants.

 

This research explores pollution's impact on avian health, providing insights to protect these vulnerable species 

 

and guide conservation strategies.

Conduct a literature review to identify high-risk chemical pollutants affecting Galápagos seabirds, focusing on their health and survival impacts.

Assess plastic pollution in flightless cormorant nesting habitats, focusing on its impact on mating behaviors and reproductive success.

Combine genetic analysis and citizen science data to assess Galápagos lava gull population size, connectivity, and survival potential.

Analyze persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in three endemic seabirds, correlating pollutant levels with health, survival, and behavioral impacts.