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Saving Animals in the Wild

The Houston Zoo is proud to support 33 wildlife conservation projects in 17 countries around the world. The Zoo provides training, technical, and financial support to our global community-based wildlife conservation partners that are committed to educating and strengthening local communities, conducting research, and reducing threats to save animals from extinction.

Use this interactive map to learn more about our conservation work

North American Wildlife

North American Wildlife

Over 100 species we have on Zoo grounds are found in this region and are being protected by our partners’ efforts.

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South and Central American Wildlife

South and Central American Wildlife

Over 100 species we have on Zoo grounds are found in this region and are being protected by our partners’ efforts.

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Galápagos and Ocean Wildlife

Galápagos and Ocean Wildlife

Over 20 species we have on Zoo grounds are found in this region and are being protected by our partners’ efforts.

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African Savannah

African Savannah

Over 100 species we have on Zoo grounds are found in region and are being protected by our partners’ efforts.

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African Forest

African Forest

Over 100 species we have on Zoo grounds are found in this region and are being protected by our partners’ efforts.

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Asian Wildlife

Asian Wildlife

Over 200 species we have on Zoo grounds are found in this region and are being protected by our partners’ efforts.

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