Environment Shortlist

This documentary series, created in the Galápagos Islands, observes the fragile coexistence between Galápagos sea lions (Zalophus wollebaeki), an endangered species, and an urban landscape shaped by the steady rise of tourism. It follows a naturally territorial species as it navigates beaches, docks, and port streets — spaces increasingly shared with residents and visitors. These images do not seek spectacle but rather reveal a gradual loss of habitat and a growing uncertainty about how this coexistence can endure. The work invites a slower gaze and a reflection on how we inhabit the islands, and on the collective responsibility to protect a singular ecosystem under constant pressure.