More than 350 aquariums around the world are members of non-profit Species360 and use ZIMS – the Zoological Information Management System – to manage water quality, ensure the health of diverse types of enclosures, and promote animal welfare.

Aquarists, collection managers and veterinary teams rely on ZIMS for global medical resources, managing veterinary care, and recording sample storage. And, by using ZIMS, these institutions contribute essential data on species for which little is historically known – from lifecycle insights and medical care to population demographics.

It’s a community that continues to grow. Species360 has recently welcomed four new member institutions — including members of WAZA, EAZA, and BIAZA:

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum (Columbia): Located in a cove off the northern coast of Columbia and accessible mainly by boat, the Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum’s pools are directly connected to the Caribbean Sea. There, staff care for species native to the area, including sharks, sea turtles, dolphins, sea lions, crustaceans, fishes and seabirds. The aquarium is part of the National Network of Museums of Columbia and is part of ACOPAZOA and the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

St. Andrews Aquarium (Scotland): Tucked into the cliffs above stunning St. Andrews Bay, Scotland, St. Andrews Aquarium is home to more than 120 species from regions around the world. In addition to care of aquatic enclosures and animals, its programs focus on education and conservation for local and international visitors, with outreach touching schools, higher education, youth clubs, and tour groups. The Aquarium is a member of the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA).

Atlantis Sea Life (Denmark): A part of the original Legoland theme park, Atlantis Sea Life invites visitors to walk “under the sea” to view large aquariums with sharks, rays, and more along with a vast series of smaller enclosures with dozens of unique species.

Aquarium Vasco da Gama (Portugal): Among the oldest aquariums in the world, the recently renovated Vasco da Gama Aquarium sustains freshwater and saltwater ecosystems from both Hemispheres.

Species360 is a non-profit organization that brings together a global community of conservation agencies, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens, and wildlife organizations to collect, share, and use vital data on plants and animals under human care. In this role, we provide comprehensive zoological and botanical information systems including one of the world’s largest sets of data on species.