VdZ Conference in Basel – Zoos for Species Conservation
From 3 to 6 June 2026, over 200 experts from the zoological sector gathered for the annual conference of CC member VdZ (Association of Zoological Gardens). A landmark event – and an impressive outcome.
News from the Citizen Conservation Blog
Citizen Conservation: 2nd half-year report 2023
New CC species, the first CC reptile and for some species we are approaching our target numbers – the second half-year report 2023 as at 1 September is here.
Species conservation in aquariums
The keeping and breeding of fish in aquariums has a long tradition in Germany, with species conservation becoming increasingly important.
Biannual report 1 / 2023 – Our animal numbers
May 22nd is the International Day of Biodiversity - and for Citizen Conservation the occasion to present the balance of our contribution to its preservation.
Building an arch for the fire salamander
You may have noticed that the fire salamander in Germany is not only struggling with changes to its habitat. A fungus is threatening it, too.
Together for species conservation – first CC plenary convention in Berlin
From Jan. 19-21, 2023, 35 high-level professionals met at Citizen Conservation's invitation to debate the expansion of our conservation breeding program. New to the meeting: reptiles.
Awarded: “Knowledge Book of the Year”
Published in 2022 by Galiani Berlin, our book has won the prestigious literary award.