Framing Our Future
The destruction of nature is contributing to global temperature rise and the loss of biodiversity. Our climate is in our hands.
Act NowColombia Creates New Marine Protected Area
Thanks to an Afro-Colombian led effort, Isla Ají will shelter endangered wildlife and safeguard local fisheries important to the livelihoods and wellbeing of local communities.
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Zoos and Aquarium
Through our five zoological parks in New York, we're able to connect people to animals and nature and inspire them to care about conservation.
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Education
WCS has been advancing science education and increasing ecological literacy since 1929. Today, more than 150,000 students participate in classes, tours, and outreach programs each year at our four zoos and our aquarium.
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Intact Forests
They play a crucial role in addressing climate change, protecting biodiversity, our water supply, Indigenous livelihoods, and more.
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In the news
Lighted Nets Reduce Bycatch of Sharks
“Gillnets are ubiquitous because they are inexpensive and catch everything that passes them. This work is exciting because it provides a practical solution increasing gillnets' selectivity and avoiding their bycatch,” said WCS's Hoyt Peckham.
What to Expect from Sixth Extinction
Setting aside large conservation areas can make a significant difference to biodiversity, says WCS's Elizabeth Bennett, if it's the right places and well planned and managed.
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