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ZIMS in Research: Are Zoo and Aquarium Populations Becoming Smaller and Less Diverse? AZA Researchers Use ZIMS Data to Uncover Trends

Blog / Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) researchers are using 50 years of ZIMS data to uncover a decline in species diversity and population size in zoos and aquariums. Dr. Megan Brown, Director of Population Management Strategy at AZA, presented findings at the Species360 Conservation Science Alliance Research Symposium. Learn more about the insights […]

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Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium: Adopting Hortis to Manage Botanical Collections

Blog / “With Hortis, we’re building something lasting. It’s going to help us show executive leadership how much the institution is accomplishing—what we’ve planted, where it is, and why it matters.” – Joe Williams, Curator, Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium Photo: Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium At the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, plants are more than background—they’re

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Celebrating 8 Years of ZIMS for Studbooks: A Global Milestone in Species Conservation

Since its inception, ZIMS for Studbooks has provided a secure, centralized platform that connects institutions, reduces duplication, and improves data accessibility. Most importantly, it empowers conservation professionals to manage populations more effectively and sustainably. As the program enters its ninth year, Species360 and its member institutions celebrate not only how far they’ve come, but also the impact of data-driven collaboration in saving species from extinction.

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