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Launch of Frankfurt Conservation Center: A Bright Start for Nature Conservation
06/11/2026Press releaseLaunch of Frankfurt Conservation Center: A Bright Start for Nature Conservation
International Center for Biodiversity and Nature Conservation Officially Opens in Frankfurt
Rewilding an ecosystem: new generation of Przewalski’s horses released into the Kazakh steppe
06/08/2026Press releaseRewilding an ecosystem: new generation of Przewalski’s horses released into the Kazakh steppe
In late May 2026, five Przewalski’s horses – one stallion and four mares – from breeding facilities across Europe took their first steps into the wild on the vast plains of the Altyn Dala region in central Kazakhstan. This was a significant milestone for the international reintroduction initiative aimed at … Read more
Przewalski’s Horses Released into the Steppe in Kazakhstan
06/04/2025Press releasePrzewalski’s Horses Released into the Steppe in Kazakhstan
Six wild Przewalski’s horses released in Kazakhstan’s steppe, which marks a major milestone in species recovery and steppe ecosystem restoration.
Frankfurt Conservation Award 2025 (Bruno H. Schubert-Preis) goes to FZS Project Leader Ha Thang Long from Vietnam
04/24/2025Press releaseFrankfurt Conservation Award 2025 (Bruno H. Schubert-Preis) goes to FZS Project Leader Ha Thang Long from Vietnam
Frankfurt, April 24, 2025 — In its 42nd year, the Bruno H. Schubert Foundation is awarding one of Germany’s most prestigious environmental prizes—the Frankfurt Conservation Award (Bruno H. Schubert Preis)—this evening in Frankfurt. The award in the category of “Applied Conservation” goes to Ha Thang Long, PhD, who leads the … Read more
The Earthshot Prize 2024: Major grassland restoration project in Kazakhstan celebrates win
11/06/2024Press release, NewsThe Earthshot Prize 2024: Major grassland restoration project in Kazakhstan celebrates win
A long-term large-scale collaborative conservation initiative in Kazakhstan has today been named the winner of the ‘Protect and Restore Nature’ category of His Royal Highness Prince William’s Earthshot Prize 2024. The Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative has received the prestigious prize in recognition of its vision and results to conserve and … Read more
Prestigious recognition from The Earthshot Prize 2024 for efforts to protect and restore vast grasslands in Kazakhstan
09/24/2024Press releasePrestigious recognition from The Earthshot Prize 2024 for efforts to protect and restore vast grasslands in Kazakhstan
A long-term large-scale collaborative conservation initiative in Kazakhstan has today been named as a finalist for His Royal Highness Prince William’s Earthshot Prize 2024.
Dr. Andhani Widya Hartanti receives the KfW-Bernhard-Grzimek-Award 2024
09/12/2024Press releaseDr. Andhani Widya Hartanti receives the KfW-Bernhard-Grzimek-Award 2024
The KfW-Bernhard-Grzimek-Award 2024 goes to two heroes in conservation: Dr. Andhani Widya Hartanti from Indonesia and Hercilía Chipanga from Mozambique.
Nyerere – Selous – Mikumi Ecosystem Aerial Wildlife Survey Results
04/22/2024Press releaseNyerere – Selous – Mikumi Ecosystem Aerial Wildlife Survey Results
Results of the Selous Mikumi Wildlife Census announced: “We are pleased to report that compared to the previous census (2018), the current census revealed most species to have remained stable”, said the Director General of TAWIRI, Dr. Eblate Ernest Mjingo.
Scientists and Peruvian head of nature conservation authority receive Frankfurt Conservation Award 2023 (Bruno H. Schubert Prize)
11/20/2023Press releaseScientists and Peruvian head of nature conservation authority receive Frankfurt Conservation Award 2023 (Bruno H. Schubert Prize)
In its 40th year, the Bruno H. Schubert Foundation on the 6th of November presented one of the most highly endowed German environmental prizes, the Frankfurt Conservation Award 2023 (Bruno H. Schubert Prize). This year, the prize goes to Prof. Dr. Meike Piepenbring, Prof. Dr. Beth Kaplin and José Carlos … Read more
Bale Mountains National Park (Ethiopia) becomes a World Heritage Site
09/18/2023Press releaseBale Mountains National Park (Ethiopia) becomes a World Heritage Site
Frankfurt Zoological Society congratulates Ethiopia and specifically our partner, the National Parks Authority of the country on receiving “World Heritage Site” status for two new sites in the country. As a long-standing supporter of Bale Mountains National Park we are happy that the park is now listed as a UNESCO … Read more
Altyn Dala – a model of restoration
12/13/2022Press releaseAltyn Dala – a model of restoration
The Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative aims to restore large steppe areas in Kazakhstan to their natural state. Today, the Initiative has been awarded a “World Restoration Flagship” by the United Nations. As one of Altyn Dala’s partners, we are proud to have contributed to the success of the project.
New Memorandum of Understanding signed with FZS in Guyana
12/12/2022Press releaseNew Memorandum of Understanding signed with FZS in Guyana
In another landmark move towards the implementation of the Low Carbon Development Strategy 2030 and improved environmental stewardship, the Government of Guyana, through the Office of the President, signed a new Memorandum of Understanding with the Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS), an internationally operating nature-based organization.
Quiet Islands in a World of Fear
12/05/2022Press releaseQuiet Islands in a World of Fear
New Study from the Frankfurt Zoological Society shows the importance of protected areas for wolves. When given the choice, these adaptable predators avoid roads, settlements, and areas of higher human disturbance.
Frankfurt Declaration: Together for Biological Diversity
11/29/2022Press releaseFrankfurt Declaration: Together for Biological Diversity
Ahead of the UN Biodiversity Conference in Montreal: A call for science, politics, business, and civil society to join forces for nature-positive corporate action.
FZS Executive Director Dr. Christof Schenck receives German Environmental Award
10/30/2022Press releaseFZS Executive Director Dr. Christof Schenck receives German Environmental Award
The biologist, conservationist, and executive director of the Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS), Dr. Christof Schenck, was awarded the German Environmental Prize 2022.
E40 waterway would destroy biodiversity hotspots and key protected areas, says new report
09/26/2022Press releaseE40 waterway would destroy biodiversity hotspots and key protected areas, says new report
Save Polesia Partnership’s stark warning: abandon E40 waterway megaproject or vital wetlands, grasslands, forests, and mires across Poland, Belarus, and Ukraine face catastrophe.
FZS Executive Director Dr. Christof Schenck to receive German Environmental Award
09/05/2022Press releaseFZS Executive Director Dr. Christof Schenck to receive German Environmental Award
The biologist, conservationist, and executive director of the Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS), Dr. Christof Schenck, will be receiving this year’s German Environmental Prize. The German Federal Environmental Foundation (Deutsche Bundesstiftung Umwelt (DBU)) announced today.
Appraisal of the situation of Loliondo
06/11/2022Press releaseAppraisal of the situation of Loliondo
FZS is shocked to learn about reports of violence in Loliondo on 10 June 2022. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. FZS is not involved or supporting any work related to the erection of the beacons in the area of Loliondo GCA.
New economic report indicates E40 waterway would operate at massive loss
02/02/2022Press releaseNew economic report indicates E40 waterway would operate at massive loss
A new economic analysis reveals that the planned E40 waterway would operate at a severe economic loss in the long-term, even under optimistic scenarios.
Achieving protected status for Polesia, Europe’s largest wetland wilderness
01/26/2022Press releaseAchieving protected status for Polesia, Europe’s largest wetland wilderness
Following important steps taken in Belarus and Ukraine to protect peatlands at the heart of Polesia, conservationists want to see the region awarded UNESCO status.
Gonarezhou National Park becomes a Legacy Landscape
12/16/2021Press releaseGonarezhou National Park becomes a Legacy Landscape
The Legacy Landscapes Fund supervisory board has decided to fund two more protected areas: Gonarezhou National Park, Zimbabwe and Odzala-Kokoua National Park, Republic of Congo. Both sites will be funded with one million US dollars annually for at least 15 years.
North Luangwa National Park is now a Legacy Landscape
11/05/2021Press releaseNorth Luangwa National Park is now a Legacy Landscape
The Legacy Landscapes Fund Board of Directors has approved funding for the first two protected areas. North Luangwa National Park in Zambia and Madidi National Park in Bolivia will receive one million US dollars of funding per year for at least 15 years.
Peace on hold in the Colombian Amazon
09/30/2021Press releasePeace on hold in the Colombian Amazon
New in-depth study identifies worsening spiral of environmental destruction and violence since 2016 peace treaty between government and FARC.
Nsumbu Tanganyika Conservation Programme Completes First Major Wildlife Translocation to Nsumbu National Park
06/28/2021Press releaseNsumbu Tanganyika Conservation Programme Completes First Major Wildlife Translocation to Nsumbu National Park
Nsumbu National Park has welcomed 200 buffalos and 48 zebras in a move which represents a historic milestone in the recovery of the Nsumbu Mweru Ecosystem.
Launch of First Global Initiative to Map Ungulate Migrations Comes at Crucial Time for Kazakhstan’s Saiga Antelope
05/07/2021Press releaseLaunch of First Global Initiative to Map Ungulate Migrations Comes at Crucial Time for Kazakhstan’s Saiga Antelope
An international team of 92 scientists and conservationists has joined forces to create the first-ever global atlas of ungulate migrations. Detailed maps of the herds’ seasonal movements will help governments, indigenous people and local communities, and wildlife managers to identify current and emerging threats to migrations and guide their protection.
Peruvian president visits Manu Biosphere to sign conservation agreement
04/30/2021Press releasePeruvian president visits Manu Biosphere to sign conservation agreement
The Peruvian President, Francisco Sagasti, accompanied by the Minister of Environment, Gabriel Quijandría, and a large delegation visited the Manu Biosphere Reserve to seal a conservation agreement between the communities, the state, and a private enterprise.
The Guardians of the Rainforest
04/28/2021Press releaseThe Guardians of the Rainforest
Four remarkable personalities who have dedicated themselves to protecting the Amazon rainforest will be honored with the Frankfurt Conservation Awards 2021 on April 28th. They are all crucial FZS partners.
FZS report: COVID-19 Impacts on conservation projects and protected areas
03/12/2021Press releaseFZS report: COVID-19 Impacts on conservation projects and protected areas
An insight into the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic experienced by Frankfurt Zoological Society projects and supported protected areas between March 2020 and September 2020.
FZS joins the ‘Wildlife Conservation 20’
11/15/2020Press releaseFZS joins the ‘Wildlife Conservation 20’
FZS joins the ‘WC20’, which gathers 20 leading conservation groups ahead of G20 Leaders’ Summit. Act now to invest in nature or face biodiversity collapse and further pandemics, ‘Wildlife Conservation 20’ warns G20
Planned E40 waterway could pose increased radiation risk for millions of people
04/22/2020Press releasePlanned E40 waterway could pose increased radiation risk for millions of people
Expert analysis of radioactivity released today undermines entire E40 project.
Results of the Selous – Mikumi Ecosystem Aerial Wildlife Census Announced
01/11/2020Press releaseResults of the Selous – Mikumi Ecosystem Aerial Wildlife Census Announced
Joint press release by the Tanzania Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism and Frankfurt Zoological Society.
Humans Putting the Squeeze on the Serengeti Ecosystem
03/28/2019Press releaseHumans Putting the Squeeze on the Serengeti Ecosystem
A new scientific publication shows that even huge protected areas are not immune to what happens outside their borders.
Surprising findings from research on saiga antelope mass die-off
04/18/2016Press releaseSurprising findings from research on saiga antelope mass die-off
Scientists agree, that a bacterium causing haemorrhagic septicaemia led to the tragic mass die-off of saiga antelopes during May 2015 in Kazakhstan.
