Conservation in Action

To make the world better for wildlife, we will be a leader in uniting people to take conservation action.

Actions at Home

Ways that you can contribute to conservation efforts right at home! You can support our efforts through cell phone recycling, reducing palm oil use to protect rainforests, planting native plant species to support local ecosystems, and choosing sustainable seafood options.

International Conservation Center

The International Conservation Center (ICC) in Somerset County is the Zoo’s conservation breeding and reintroduction center. Here, species of conservation concern are bred for reintroduction according to established program specifications.

Sustainability

Our planet offers many valuable and sustainable ways to collect energy to power our day-to-day activities. The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium’s goal is to collect 100 percent of our energy needs using solar and wind power at our admissions area rather than using traditional energy from the grid. This switch will reduce energy costs and limit our environmental impact.

Sea Turtles

The PZA team rehabilitates cold-stunned sea turtles through the winter months and releases the turtles in late spring, typically in May. The program started in 2015, and has rehabilitated 5-10 sea turtles each year, with ~200+ hours/year on average.

Polar Bears

The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium works closely with Polar Bears International, the world’s leading polar bear conservation group, to serve as an Arctic Ambassador Center.

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