The Institute of Zoology

The Institute of Zoology is the research division of ZSL, specialising in scientific issues relevant to the conservation of animal species and their habitats.

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See the Science, Be the Science!

Meerkats
© ZSL - Justin Sutcliffe
Ever wondered why humans are so successful at living in groups?

From the 26th July to 31st August we're going to be running a real scientific experiment at ZSL London Zoo to find out.

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Year of the Frog 2008

Conservation groups have declared 2008 the international year of the frog. This campaign aims to highlight the plight of amphibians. Read more about: The Year of the Frog

Veterinary Department

Coati Health Check
© ZSL
Whether treating a white rhino or Sumatran tigers, our Veterinary Services department is at the heart of ZSL’s commitment to animal welfare and conservation.

Find out more about this department

Enriching Lives

Watch this special video to find out how ZSL’s keepers recreate situations that will encourage animals’ natural behaviours.

News

All aboard the Frozen Ark
18 August 2008

The Asian lion has a sample in the Frozen Ark © Justin Sutcliffe

In just 30 years time a quarter of all animals, and a similar number of birds, are expected to disappear off the face of the Earth. Gone forever, and with them, our knowledge of their place in evolutionary history. Or possibly not…

Scientific Meetings

Halting the global decline in amphibians: research and practice - ZSL symposium

Malagasy Rainbow Frog
© George Sunter
Date: 20-21 November 2008
Times: 9:00 am-5:00 pm

With a large number of amphibian species facing an uncertain future, this symposium will bring together researchers and conservation practitioners working in the field and in captive collections to discuss the current threats and present potential solutions to avert this imminent biodiversity crisis. Find out more and register your interest.

Climate Change

Sun

Why global warming is the biggest threat to life on earth and what we can all do about it.

Find out more about climate change