Wildlife Management Software for Animals in Human Care
Species360 provides wildlife management software built specifically for animals in human care.
At the center of this is ZIMS, our Zoological Information Management System, the global standard for zoos, aquariums, sanctuaries, and rescue centers.
ZIMS supports institutions responsible for the daily care, health, welfare, and long-term conservation of managed animal populations.
Our wildlife management software deals with structured, accurate, and secure recordkeeping for animals under professional care. It supports teams who make daily decisions that affect animal wellbeing and long-term species sustainability.
Built for Zoos, Aquariums, and Wildlife Organizations
More than 1,400 institutions across 100+ countries use the Species360 Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS) to manage animal records and contribute to global conservation knowledge.
A Complete Animal Record in One System
Wildlife management software must go beyond basic record storage.
ZIMS maintains a comprehensive, standardized record for each animal across its lifetime. These records can include:
- Identification details and accession data
- Date of birth or estimated age
- Parentage and lineage information
- Medical history and clinical notes
- Diagnostic tests and results
- Treatments and prescriptions
- Surgical procedures
- Husbandry observations
- Nutrition plans and diet changes
- Transfers between institutions
- Behavioral records
- Welfare assessments
Each record follows consistent global standards. This consistency ensures that when an animal transfers to another institution, its history remains complete and understandable.
It also protects institutional memory. When staff change roles, retire, or move on, the animal’s record remains intact, accurate, and accessible.
Global Data. Local Control.
Every participating institution maintains control over its own records.
At the same time, permission-based data sharing contributes to one of the most comprehensive wildlife datasets for animals in human care.
Through Species360 Insights, members can analyze aggregated data to support:
- Species population planning
- Demographic trends
- Genetic diversity management
- Sustainability forecasting
- Evidence-based conservation decisions
This balance between local control and global collaboration strengthens conservation outcomes.
Institutions contribute data once and benefit from shared knowledge across a worldwide network.
Supporting Animal Health and Welfare
Animal health management requires structured, reliable systems.
ZIMS supports veterinary and care teams by enabling them to:
- Schedule and track preventative medicine
- Record vaccinations and health checks
- Monitor weight and growth trends
- Log laboratory results
- Document behavioral observations
- Track enrichment activities
- Conduct welfare assessments
Over time, this structured documentation builds a detailed health profile for each animal.
Patterns become visible.
Changes are easier to detect.
Care decisions become more informed.
Our platform for wildlife management directly supports improved wellbeing through accurate, accessible data.
Enabling Conservation Breeding and Population Management
Many species managed in zoos and aquariums are part of coordinated regional or global conservation programs.
ZIMS supports:
- Studbook data management
- Breeding recommendations
- Transfer planning between institutions
- Genetic diversity tracking
- Demographic analysis
Population managers use this information to make informed decisions that reduce inbreeding and strengthen long-term species viability.
Without accurate records, coordinated conservation breeding would not be possible at scale.
We provide the structured foundation required for responsible population management.
Structured Reporting and Accreditation Support
Zoos and aquariums operate within accreditation frameworks and regulatory environments. They must demonstrate responsible care, accurate recordkeeping, and compliance with established standards. ZIMS provides structured documentation that supports: Accreditation reviews Institutional audits Government reporting Internal oversight processes Conservation program documentation Rather than relying on fragmented spreadsheets or disconnected files, institutions maintain a single authoritative system. This improves accountability and reduces administrative burden.
Scalable for Institutions of Any Size
Wildlife organizations vary in scale and complexity. Some manage small rescue populations. Others operate multi-site zoological parks with thousands of animals. ZIMS scales to support: Single facilities Multi-campus organizations Regional conservation networks Large zoological systems Standardized records and workflows allow institutions to grow without sacrificing consistency or oversight. As collections expand or conservation programs evolve, the system continues to support operational clarity.
Why Wildlife Management Software Matters in Human Care
Managing animals in human care carries measurable responsibility. Institutions must: Maintain lifelong medical histories Monitor population sustainability Coordinate breeding responsibly Support species survival goals Demonstrate transparency and accountability Without structured wildlife management software, critical information becomes fragmented. Fragmented data leads to gaps in care, duplication of effort, and limited visibility across programs. ZIMS replaces that fragmentation with clarity. We ensure that decisions about individual animals and entire populations rely on accurate, standardized information.
What members say
about ZIMS for aquatics
Wildlife Management Software That Advances Conservation
The mission of Species360 is to improve animal wellbeing and advance conservation through shared knowledge.
ZIMS transforms daily operational records into meaningful conservation intelligence.
We support:
- Better individual animal care
- Stronger managed populations
- Coordinated global conservation programs
- Evidence-based decision-making
Our wildlife management platform is not just about field tracking or free-ranging wildlife oversight.
It is about responsible stewardship of animals entrusted to professional institutions.
If your organization manages animals in zoos, aquariums, wildlife parks, or rescue centers, ZIMS provides the structure, global standards, and collaborative network required to support both care and conservation.
