QUARTERS FOR CONSERVATION
YOUR VOTE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE WORLDWIDE
In August 2011 we officially launched a new program called "Quarters for Conservation". With this program we are increasing our commitment to conservation, by stepping it up a notch to support exciting "field conservation" projects from around the globe.
Through the collection of quarters, the Zoo will provide funding for new and existing conservation projects. At each visit, guests will receive a "token" and then will go to our conservation stations, where each project is described. The guest will select the project of their choice that has inspired them the most and deposit the token in a spiral wishing well.
The Zoo has selected the following 3 worthy projects to devote all conservation fundraising efforts for the year:
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| THE IRANIAN CHEETAH PROJECT (Panthera, International Wild Cat Conservation) * | |
Cheetahs live in open plains and semi-desert areas in Africa and Asia. They feed on wild antelope, gazelles, sheep and goats. While Asiatic Cheetahs used to range across the Middle East and Central Asia, now they only live in a small area in Iran. The Iranians consider the cheetah an important part of the country's natural and cultural heritage. Major threats: There are now only 70-110 Asiatic Cheetahs left in the wild, all occupying the arid, central plateau of Iran. Among the main reasons for the decline of the population are: overhunting of the cheetah's prey, habitat degradation (overgrazing by livestock and severe drought) and poaching (for livestock protection and the pet trade). Your support will help:
Learn more about the Iranian Cheetahs by clicking here:
| Status: Critically Endangered
* this progam is in collaboration with "IR of Iran D.O.E/CACP" (Islamic Rep if Iran Dept of Enivironment/Conservation of the Asiatic Cheetah Project) | |
 | Project Location: Central Plateau of Iran | |
Together, let's ensure the Asiatic Cheetah survives in the wild! | ||
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| THE GUATEMALAN YELLOW-NAPED AMAZON PARROT (ARCAS - Wildlife Rescue & Conservation Association) | |
Yellow-naped Amazons are parrots that live along the Pacific coast of Central America. They nest in the cavities of living and dead trees. Because they can mimic the human voice, Yellow-naped Amazons are a favorite bird of the pet trade. Major Threats: The population may have been reduced by as much as 95% in the last 15 years due to: deforestation and agriculture (especially sugar cane, palm oil and banana), cattle ranching and poaching for the illegal wildlife trade. Your support will help:
| Status: Seriously Threatened
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 | Project Location: South Coast of Guatemala | |
Together, let's pave the way for the Parrot Pathway of the Guatemalan South Coast! | ||
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| THE INDIAN HORNBILL NEST ADOPTION PROGRAM(Nature Conservation Foundation - India) | |
Hornbills are exotic birds found in tropical areas of Africia, Asia and one species in Papua New Guinea. They have long, down-curved bills which are usually brightly-colored. Hornbills nest in the cavities of trees. They are an important part of local folklore and traditions in Arunachal Pradesh, a state of Northeast India. Major Threats: A number of species of hornbills are threatened with extinction because of: hunting for meat and body parts and habitat degradation (deforestation and cutting of nest and roost trees). Your support will help:
Learn more about the Indian Hornbills by clicking here:
| Status: depends on the type of Hornbill - from Critically Endangered to Least Concern.
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 | Project location: Pakke Wildlife Sanctuary & Tiger Reserve in the state of Arunachal Pradesh, India. | |
Help urban and local people join hands to protect hornbill homes! |
