Promising Signs for the World's Rarest Gorilla
Our remote camera traps in the Mbe Mountains have captured the first-ever images of a group of Cross River gorillas with babies. It's an indication that these rarely seen gorillas are successfully reproducing and populations are recovering as a result of protection efforts.
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Face the Wind
Buffalo turn into the wind during a storm, rather than away from it. Let’s face the wind like buffalo and together create the just, healthy world we need. Watch this new video narrated by Mark Ruffalo.
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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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One Planet Sustains Us All
Millions of interconnected species depend on Earth. We must rise and face the environmental challenges of our time. Watch our latest video and take action.
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In the news
Rare Gorillas Photographed with Babies
It's the first time Cross River gorillas have appeared on camera with young, a testament to protection efforts.
Wildlife Trade Spreads Coronavirus
A study co-authored by WCS produced startlingly clear confirmation an underlying objection to the wildlife trade in Asia—it offers an ideal opportunity for viruses in one animal to infect another.
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