As we say farewell to 2024 , we reflect on the incredible achievements of the past twelve months. Click below to view our video of 2024 in rewind:

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Today, we celebrate 42 incredible years since Aldabra Atoll was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. In a global UNESCO-led study, using eDNA, Aldabra Atoll stood out, showcasing its rich biodiversity and global importance. 👉 Click to find out more:

New study by @uzh_science & SIF shows Aldabra's shoreline defied rising sea levels, staying largely unchanged from 1960–2011!. Aldabra’s protected status is key to preserving this resilience. Read more:

Kicking off our #SIFHolidayCamp at Vallée de Mai!. 33 Praslin campers will explore our UNESCO site, join our research team on site, explore nature trails on the island, undertake clean beaches, and more over the next 2 week. Follow along for updates!

Today marks 41 years since Vallée de Mai became a UNESCO World Heritage Site!. Home to the iconic coco de mer, this palm forest supports diverse wildlife, advances biodiversity research, and stands as a symbol of Seychelles' cultural heritage. Here’s to many more years to come

Woop woop!🎉 We're hiring at both Aldabra and our Head Office!. Make a difference at SIF, no matter your background. Swipe and explore our current vacancies at our sites. Discover more opportunities with the Seychelles Islands Foundation here:

Can you identify this shark? 🦈.Hint: check out its fins! 😉.Found around the atoll in lagoons, mangroves, & coral areas, this shark thrives in waters as shallow as 30 cm! It feeds on small fish & invertebrates, often solo or in small groups. 📸 Adam Mitchell. #Aldabra #SIF

Meet the Coconut Crab 🦀. Our rangers recently spotted these giants cracking open coconuts! As the largest land crabs, they have the strength to break coconuts and feast on the flesh inside.🥥. That's a superpower! 💪. 📸 Nikita Pothin. #coconutcrab #aldabra #sif

Uh-oh! The RaCE team has faced another unexpected challenge – an island resident has been tampering with the camera traps! This mischievous inhabitant has been hard on the equipment. Can anyone guess which native creature might be responsible? 🤔. 📸 Collin Kelley. #SIF #Aldabra

From Jan 14 to Feb 11, @oceanx explored Seychelles’ deep seas, with one highlight being the story of the “Aldabra Affair.” This tale of how Aldabra was saved from development is a global conservation success. Watch here:

The Vallée de Mai now has a new weather station, thanks to the Seychelles Meteorological Authority! We can track real-time weather, link it to plant cycles, and monitor any shifts in black parrot breeding —helping us better understand climate impacts in the palm forest!

Ready to make a difference on your next career adventure? Join our team here at SIF!✨. If you're eager to contribute to something meaningful, we’d love to have you on board! 🌿. 🔍 Interested candidates can find more details on our website:

Since April 2024, the Aldabra RaCE team has been battling Aldabra’s thorny terrain! 🏞️ In the ongoing match: Champignon 1, Booties 0! 😅 New booties are on the way to keep the fight going—good luck, team!

We celebrated creativity & sustainability at Fond Ferdinand! 🌿✨ Students from Praslin Secondary showcased incredible recycling projects, like a papier-mâché Coco de Mer & brooms made from plastic waste. Baie Ste Anne students also wowed us with recycled fashion! 👗♻️ . #SIF

This week is all about tree climbing! 🌳We’re getting hands-on experience with tree climbing techniques, knot tying, and essential safety practices for climbing broadleaf trees.🌿.This training is part of the Ridge-to-Reef project, funded by @UNDPSeychelles and the @theGEF .

Our September newsletter is OUT!.Stay updated: We are covering August's highlights: completing our coco de mer seedling survey, exploring Aldabra's biodiversity with eDNA analysis, welcoming our new Deputy CEO, and celebrating Tourism Day. Don't miss out!

📷Time for a little guessing game! .Endemic to Seychelles, it’s usually found on palm fronds or leaves, high up in large palms and trees. But when it's time to breed, it heads to the ground to lay its eggs in calm water. Drop your guesses in the comments below! .📷 Corianna Julie

Our research team recently spotted some adorable tortoise hatchlings at Settlement Beach! 🐢💚. With hatching season upon us, we’re excited to see more of these little ones around. ✨. Swipe to see just how tiny they are!. 📸: Aurelie Hector