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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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Pronghorn Overpass in Wyoming

Posted on October 30, 2012 by

Scientists with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) announced the successful use of newly constructed overpasses that provide safe passage for thousands of  migrating pronghorn over U.S. Highway 191 in Trapper’s Point, Wyoming, and surrounding areas. The event marks a new … 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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AZA Zoos and Aquariums Spent $130 Million to Conserve Wildlife in 2010

Posted on February 7, 2012 by

One of the best things about visiting an AZA accredited zoo or aquarium is that in addition to seeing hundreds of amazing animals you are also helping to protect them in the wild.  Through the support of millions of visitors, … Continue reading →

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Meet the Senior Wild Animal Keeper: Yvetta Pokorny of the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo Ornithology Department

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

Describe your job. I would call it the job of a lifetime. I have the privilege of taking care of many different species of birds. I oversee the Ostrich House and the Pheasant Aviary at the Bronx Zoo as well … Continue reading →

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