The Wildlife Conservation Society saves wildlife and wild places worldwide. We do so through science, global conservation, education and the management of the world's largest system of urban wildlife parks, led by the flagship Bronx Zoo. Together these activities change attitudes towards nature and help people imagine wildlife and humans living in harmony. WCS is committed to this mission because it is essential to the integrity of life on Earth.
From the Desk of the President Dr. Steven E. Sanderson, WCS president and CEO, released a statement on January 16 on the impact of the economy on the Bronx Zoo and New York Aquarium.
2009 Is for the Birds With support from WCS, Argentina declares a new coastal marine park to protect half a million penguins, cormorants, oystercatchers, and other rare seabirds.
A Coral Comeback A combination of improved management and natural regeneration is helping corals stage a rapid comeback in Indonesia following the December 2004 tsunami.
Schaller Wins China Prize WCS senior conservationist George Schaller wins the China Environment Prize for his work on behalf of the country’s giant pandas, Tibetan antelope, and snow leopards.