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Global Projects

Zoos and aquariums of the 21st century are challenged to go beyond the care, exhibition, and breeding of wildlife to become centers for conservation and partners on the ground in global efforts to preserve threatened wildlife.
 
The Houston Zoo strives to be a leader in conservation as it relates to the survival of threatened wildlife and habitats, the wise use of natural resources, and the appreciation of our natural world by the zoo audiences. This objective will be accomplished through a comprehensive program of on-site and field initiatives based on good science, sound economics, and environmental and cultural sensitivity.
 
The Houston Zoo recognizes both the challenges and the opportunities for combining quality public recreation and education with efforts to ensure the survival of threatened species in captivity and in the wild.  Our goal is to fully integrate the conservation mission into the institution's day-to-day operation and to increase our capacity to contribute to worthwhile and effective programs at the state, regional, national and international levels.

The Houston Zoo has expanded our efforts to encompass a number of global conservation initiatives including:

Africa:

Asia:

Latin America:

North America: