«Pristine Seas, Galapagos» Expedition conducted by National Geographic and the collaboration of Galapagos National Park, the Ministry of Environment of Ecuador and Charles Darwin Foundation, is taking place successfully.

The expedition started at Fernandina Island, where pelagic HD cameras were placed, at great depths.

After that, «Deep See» a manned submarine went into action, with a immersion capacity of up to 400 meters . At this point, scientists conducted a first check in local waters on board of Deep Sea, considered one of the most advanced manned submarines in the world, especially for scientific exploration.

After standing for a few minutes in the dark depths, the surfacing was celebrated by these intrepid explorers.

Fellowship and friendliness are the tone on board of  the «Argo», and in this wonderful ecological environment.

Next, the team performed a dive in the Bolivar Strait, between Isabela and Fernandina Islands. In this spot,  scientists could enjoy watching sea turtles and smaller animals that hide from their predators in these shallow waters, where the mangrove emerges from solid volcanic rocks, blossoming to life, in this ecological wonder.

Scientists, in their remarks, complimented  the «Enchanted Islands» making Ecuadorians proud.

Wolf Island, at the north of the archipelago, considered one of the best diving paradises in the world, was Argo´s next stop. The first dive left the expedition leader, Dr. Enric Sala very excited. He said that these days will remain engraved in his memory forever.

Very important news are expected in the coming days of Pristine Seas, Galapagos Expedition by National Geographic.

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