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Wildebeests leap into a river during a dramatic migration scene, surrounded by dust and splashes.

The Great Notes Migration – Still have historical animal or medical data outside of ZIMS? We can help.

Blog / We’re pleased to offer a new solution to migrate your data into the Species360 Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS) as notes! ZIMS is a powerful system that has become the world-standard for managing every facet of data on wild animals in human care.  Your first thought might be “I want ALL my data […]

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A Przewalski's horse steps out of a blue transport crate labeled "Return of the Wild Horses" onto a grassy plain, assisted by conservationists who are opening the crate doors under a clear sky.

Prague Zoo, an EAZA EEP and ZIMS for Studbooks: Returning Przewalski’s horse to the Asian steppes

Blog / Many thanks to Ivan Rehak and Prague Zoo for your contributions and edits, often from the field, to make this story possible! Przewalski’s horses are released to a natural habitat in central Kazakhstan in June 2024. The Return of the Wild Horses project is the first reintroduction project spearheaded by a zoo. Previously,

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A young anteater, part of the Xenarthra superorder, explores a forest floor covered in green grass and scattered leaves.

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

Blog / Learn more about the characteristics of Xenarthra in this Jaguar Research Center article. (Photo: Jaguar Research Center) None of this research would be possible without the data provided by zoos and aquariums in the Species360 (ZIMS) database.Dr. Megan Brown, Director of Population Management Strategy, Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Early findings from

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LearnZIMS: Aquarist says new course is excellent “how to” for ZIMS

Blog / ZIMS’ holistic approach ensures the highest level of care is being maintained at the aquarium. ZIMS is an amazing tool and has become essential to how we operate here in the husbandry department at The Loveland Living Planet Aquarium.Andrew Lawrence, Registrar, Loveland Living Aquarium Andrew Lawrence, Registrar at the Loveland Living Aquarium. New

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Celebrate! A letter to our members on the 50th Anniversary of Species360

Blog / Dear Members and Partners, Has it really been 50 years? Yes! Founded in 1974, Species360 is celebrating our 50th Anniversary! When visionary leader Dr. Ulysses S. Seal spearheaded the launch of what today is nonprofit Species360, he set in motion an initiative that would change what is known about species worldwide. By partnering

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