Ecologists seek to expand Galapagos Marine Reserve
Ecologists seek to expand Galapagos Marine Reserve The Ecuadoran president is to decide on a proposal to expand the islands’ marine reserve, seen as vital to protect the world heritage site from the fishing industry By Dan Collyns / The Guardian Strolling along a beach dotted with sea lion pups and their mothers barking at one another, utterly unconcerned by your presence, is a singularly magical experience. On the trail leading to the shore on tiny Seymour Island, noisily courting blue-footed boobies and frigate birds are equally unruffled by the presence of humans. Getting up close to t...