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Spotted Newts at Home at Prospect Park Zoo

Posted on June 11, 2013 by

The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Prospect Park Zoo is now home to five Kaiser’s spotted newts (Neurergus kaiseri) a colorful amphibian found only in a five-square-mile region in Iran. The critically endangered species may be extinct in the wild. Habitat loss … Continue reading →

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Rocket Taking Off for Bronx Zoo

Posted on January 15, 2013 by

One of the Tulsa Zoo’s largest residents will head out on his next big adventure. Rocket the 600lb Aldabra tortoise is leaving the Tulsa Zoo  for his new home at the Bronx Zoo. Rocket received a red carpet welcome when he … Continue reading →

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A LEGO® Safari at the Bronx Zoo

Posted on July 5, 2012 by

When: Saturday, July 7 through Monday, September 3 The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo is taking visitors on a conservation journey through Wild Forest: A LEGO® Safari featuring incredible LEGO® wildlife sculptures and activities for the whole family. LEGO® Master … Continue reading →

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Wildlife Conservation Society Launches Global Effort to Save Turtles

Posted on May 10, 2012 by

The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) announced a new strategy that draws on all of the resources and expertise across the institution – from its zoos and aquarium, Global Health Program, and Global Conservation Programs – to take direct responsibility for … Continue reading →

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