The Impact of Zoos and Aquariums on Conservation: Spotlight on Ex Situ Contributions

12/10/2025
19:00 - 20:00
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Por qué asistir

Join us to discover how zoos and aquariums are driving conservation beyond their gates. Learn how ex situ programmes and data can transform biodiversity outcomes, support global targets, and spark powerful collaborations. Be inspired to harness the full conservation potential of the zoo and aquarium community.

Descripción de la sesión

Zoos and aquariums do more than connect people to nature, they are powerful conservation partners. This session will highlight their role in ex situ conservation, from managing species and safeguarding genetic diversity to advancing research and education. It will explore how ex situ data can unlock new insights for conservation science and how zoos and aquariums can align their work with national biodiversity strategies and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. By showcasing success stories and untapped opportunities, the session positions zoos and aquariums as essential allies in achieving global biodiversity targets. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to leverage the strengths of the global zoo and aquarium community for greater conservation impact.
Asociaciones
World Association of Zoos and Aquariums ( Spain ) logo
World Association of Zoos and Aquariums ( Spain )
Species360 ( United States of America ) logo
Species360 ( United States of America )
European Association of Zoos and Aquaria ( Netherlands (Kingdom of the) ) logo
European Association of Zoos and Aquaria ( Netherlands (Kingdom of the) )

Speaker

Speaker Loïs LELANCHON

The Impact of Zoos and Aquariums on Conservation: Spotlight on Ex Situ Contributions

Speaker Paula CERDáN

The Impact of Zoos and Aquariums on Conservation: Spotlight on Ex Situ Contributions

Speaker Danny DE MAN

The Impact of Zoos and Aquariums on Conservation: Spotlight on Ex Situ Contributions

Speaker Sandy TRAUTWEIN

The Impact of Zoos and Aquariums on Conservation: Spotlight on Ex Situ Contributions