Sending Our Expertise Overseas
Staff from South Korea's Seoul Grand Park Zoo recently visited to expand their knowledge of animal welfare and husbandry practices. continue reading story...
The Chicago Zoological Society's long-term focus on animal well-being, education, and science has led to internationally-known programs focused within two new centers of excellence: the Center for Conservation Leadership and the Center for the Science of Animal Well-Being. more...
Conservation, Education and Training programs are designed to engage and enlighten, inspiring conservation action, connecting young students with scientific fields.
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Dr. Robert Lacy leads an internationally known Population Genetics program, creating computer models to give wildlife conservationists detailed data in preserving genetic diversity. more...
The Veterinary Services Department works with animal caregivers throughout the zoo to maintain the health of the animal collection through direct clinical medical and surgical care, as well as a comprehensive preventive medicine program.
With one of the longest running programs in the world, CZS has animal nutritional needs down to a science.
CZS behavioral endocrinologists combine studies of behavior and hormones to find innovative ways to protect animals threatened with extinction.
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December 19, 2008
A favorite among keeepers and zoo guests, Beta Gorilla, 47, died late Thursday night at Brookfield Zoo. »
December 08, 2008
CZS Annual Conservation Dinner to Honor bestselling author, Richard Louv, recipient of 2009 George B. Rabb Conservation Medal. »
October 21, 2008
Winners announced from nearly 400 photos submitted in this year's Photo Contest. »
October 06, 2008
Birth of Bornean orangutan draws attention to endangered primate species. »
August 28, 2008
Franny Giraffe gave birth to a male calf. »