The Wuhan Coronavirus
In the wake of this outbreak, China has temporarily banned the sale of wildlife in markets, restaurants, and over e-commerce. We believe this must be permanent.
Read MoreBreakthrough in Belize
After seven decades, Belize's small-scale fishing industry is being modernized and transformed. A new bill will make it more sustainable for marine life and for people. Fishermen will now also be better represented and recognized by the management authorities.
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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
52 Places To Go in 2020
Among them, Rurrenabaque, Bolivia, a gateway to one of the world's most biodiverse protected areas.
Indigenous Groups Protect Forests
The five forests, spanning from Mexico to Colombia, are key to curbing climate change.
Stand for Wildlife
Join more than one million wildlife lovers working to save the Earth's most treasured and threatened species.
