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Tui De Roy

Tuy de Roy is a world-renowned, award-winning wildlife photographer and writer, as well as an acclaimed conservationist and founding fellow of the International League of Conservation Photographers. 

Born in Belgium in 1953, Tui moved to the Galápagos Islands in 1955 when her artist parents decided to leave their native Belgium to become pioneers in the little known archipelago. Home taught with a keen interest in nature, she became the first naturalist guide when tourism began to reach the islands in 1969, but soon turned to wildlife photography and writing as her lifelong profession. 

From a young age, Tui explored the islands, documenting the diverse and extraordinary wildlife that surrounded her. Her intimate familiarity with the Galápagos and her self-taught photography skills allowed her to capture the essence of the islands' unique ecosystems. Over the years, her work has expanded beyond the Galápagos to include diverse locations such as Antarctica, New Zealand, and the Amazon rainforest. 

Tui's photography is renowned for its ability to convey the beauty and fragility of the natural world. Her images have been published in numerous books and magazines, including National Geographic, BBC Wildlife, and GEO. She has authored and co-authored over 20 books, published in more than 40 countries, including "Galápagos: Islands Lost in Time" "The Ocean Giants" and "Albatross: Their World, Their Ways". 

In addition to her photography, Tui de Roy is a dedicated conservationist. She has worked tirelessly to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote conservation efforts. She presently sits on the General Assembly of the Charles Darwin Foundation for the Galapagos Islands (along with CNH Tours co-owner Marc Patry). Her work has inspired many to appreciate and protect the natural world, highlighting the urgent need for conservation in the face of growing environmental challenges. 

Throughout her career, Tui has received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to nature photography and conservation. Her work continues to inspire and educate, reminding us of the incredible beauty and diversity of our planet and the importance of preserving it for future generations.