As a ZSL Fellow, you gain access to a world few ever see.
We’ve been thrilled to bring you exclusive events - both online and in person - that take you behind the scenes of our ground-breaking work, from saving the hihi in New Zealand to revealing the secrets of animal training at our zoos. These experiences connect you directly to the cutting edge of conservation, science and animal care.
Ahead of attending online events please read our Code of Conduct at ZSL Online Events.
Upcoming Events
Early Morning Openings for Fellows, Patrons and Gold Members
12 July and 18 October, 9-10am, London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo
As part of your benefits Fellows can get a sneak peek of what happens at the Zoo before general opening. See the animals waking up, whilst our team of zookeepers get the Zoo ready to welcome visitors. Whether it's keepers opening the habitats, catering teams whizzing baguettes over to the cafés, or retail teams getting the stores ready – expect to get a true behind-the-scenes peek! Plus, we’ll be bringing you right up-close to a different species for each of the early opening dates with additional activities and talks!
There is no need to pre-book, simply head to the entrance gate between 9am-9:30am on the above dates to enjoy your early morning access.
London Zoo Early Opening Whipsnade Zoo Early Opening
Exclusive Sunday Library Openings for Fellows
12 July and 18 October, 9-10am, London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo
Following our early morning openings the Library and Archives are open exclusively from 11am-2pm the same day, so come and say hello!
Winter Food Preparation
3,13, 21 June, Whipsnade Zoo (further dates to be released)
26 August and 30 September, London Zoo
Help join our teams in preparing essential winter food for our animals across London and Whipsnade Zoo. Spend time getting hands-on helping our animal teams prepare important leafy barrels to use over the winter months. Its a unique opportunity to meet Fellows and speak to staff. You can even choose to bring a guest, aged 10+, during your visit.
Email fellowship@zsl.org to reserve your space.
Hedgehog Surveys
TBC, London Zoo
Take part in our overnight hedgehog surveys in London Zoo. Data collected on the evenings will help us understand the health of London’s last stronghold for the species. Volunteers will follow a set path by torchlight and no prior experience is needed - we simply ask that you are able to travel safely to and from London.
Further information will be shared shortly.
Past Events
2026
ZSL in Action: 200 Years of ZSL
21 May, 2-3pm, Online
Join us online as we journey through two centuries of science, innovation and conservation. This special 200th anniversary webinar shines a light on the extraordinary moments - and extraordinary people - that have shaped ZSL’s journey toward a future where wildlife thrives.
If your interested in attending, or sharing your work please RSVP to fellowship@zsl.org. Or join online below using password: Wildlife
Fellowship Conference: 200 Years of Protecting Wildlife
16 May, 9:30am-6pm, London Zoo
Thank you to all of the Fellows who joined us for a 200 anniversary edition of our annual Fellowship Conference. Attendees heard inspiring talks from ZSL experts and our Fellowship cohort, gaining insights into the latest research, conservation projects, and scientific discoveries. The conference offered opportunity to connect with peers, listen to key note speaker Jonathan Drori CBE, meet author Ben Aaronvitch, exchange ideas and take part in interactive sessions designed to spark discussion and collaboration.
If your interested in attending or sharing your work please RSVP to fellowship@zsl.org.
See your IN-PERSON programme Photos from the day
ZSL Wild Talks - Breaking Barriers: Women in Wildlife
10 March, 5:30pm-8pm, Huxley Lecture Theatre, London Zoo
From Sophia Raffles to Joan Procter to Dame Georgina Mace, women have always been a driving force in ZSL’s story. This lecture celebrates their impact and showcases today’s women leading vital projects across the globe. Additionally, please join us before and after the talk to meet our stallholders, who will offer insight into the work of women from across ZSL. You will also have the opportunity to hear from our female Trustees about how you can get further involved in ZSL’s governance.
From Scales to Feathers: Veterinary Case Studies in Zoo and Exotic Species
25 February, 1-2pm, Online
Fellows joined ZSL Pathologist Simon Spiro and ZSL Veterinary Officer Taina Strike for a fascinating online talk exploring remarkable veterinary case studies from our extraordinary history.
Since 1828, veterinarians have played a vital role at ZSL, reflecting our long-standing commitment to animal welfare and advancing scientific understanding of animal health. Today, our veterinary teams care for more than 20,000 animals across our two zoos, 365 days a year. Their work also extends far beyond our conservation zoos - from supporting the Cetacean Strandings Investigation Programme through post-mortem examinations, to monitoring the health of garden wildlife via ZSL’s Wildlife Health Services. As well as teaching new wildlife vets and supporting vets and species in range countries such as the Sumatran tigers, Asiatic Lions or Caribbean Mountain Chicken Frogs via ZSL’s Wildlife Health Services.
From performing cataract surgery on Asian rhinos to heath checks on Darwin frog’s arriving from the field, our teams have managed weird and wonderful cases.
ZSL in Action: Highlights from 2025
22 January, 2-3pm, Online
In this online event, Fellows heard from experts on the ground about exciting work taking place across ZSL. It shined a spotlight on some of our highlights from 2025, which are only possible thanks to your support.
2025
2025 Scientific Awards
9 December, 7pm, London Zoo
Thank you to our Fellows who joined us to celebrate excellence in science and conservation. The evening included welcome drinks and delicious canapés, inspiring talks and presentations from award winners and exclusive networking with ZSL Scientists, Fellows and Conservation leaders.
Student Fellowship Day: An Insight into the Conservation Sector
Saturday 22 November, 10am-2pm, London Zoo
Ever wondered what it’s really like to work in wildlife conservation? Our Fellows joined the exclusive Student and Graduate Fellow in-person event at London Zoo, where they gained the inside scoop from the people making a difference every day.
Through interactive workshops, a lively panel talk, and networking opportunities, Fellows uncovered the diverse skills, roles, and career paths that keep global conservation moving forward. Meet zookeepers, scientists, and conservationists ready to share their stories, tips, and career journeys. Connect with other wildlife enthusiasts who share your passion for protecting the planet.
The best part? It was free for Student and Graduate Fellows - and they can even bring a friend along for just £6!
196 Annual General Meeting
13 November 2025, 4pm onwards, Huxley Lecture Theatre, London Zoo
Fellows joined for ZSL's 196 Annual General Meeting on 13 November 2025. They heard about ZSL’s activities, vision and performance for the financial year ending April 2025.
Ahead of the AGM, they joined for a unique evening celebrating the past, present and future. The Library and Archives were exclusively opened showcasing stories and discoveries that shaped our 200-year legacy. There was also networking with the Executive Committee and Trustees as well as opportunity to explore interactive stands and hear two talks on our exciting Bicentenary Plans and projects update.
Life at our Zoos: Behind the Scenes
8 October, 2 pm-3pm, Online
Fellows joined our online webinar, Life at our Zoos: Behind the Scenes. During this exclusive online event, they heard from ZSL experts as they shared the latest updates from our two conservation zoos. They enjoyed behind the scenes insights into the lives of our incredible animals, finding out about how our work in the Zoos connect to our work to protect wildlife around the globe.
This was a closer look at the work our Fellows make possible, both within our two conservation Zoos and global conservation programmmes.
Catch Up
2025 Fellowship Conference
7 June, 9am-6pm London Zoo
Fellows joined together for an unforgettable day at the 2025 Fellowship Conference! It was a chance to connect, learn and be inspired by cutting-edge conservation, policy and science discussions led by ZSL experts and the Fellowship cohort.
🎤Exclusive Talks – Gain insights from leading voices at ZSL on the latest in conservation and policy.
✍Hands-On Engagement – Earn CPD hours through interactive sessions, including veterinary tours and skill-building workshops.
🤝Speed Networking & Poster Sessions – Share ideas, spark collaborations, and connect with fellow professionals passionate about wildlife and conservation.
Fellows got invovled by presenting talks, presenting posters, trying speed networking and guiding the day as a Conference Ambassador.
Unable to make it? Catch up below
Morning Talks
Fellows Talks
Key Note Speaker Talk
Women in Wildlife: Leading the Charge for Conservation
10 May, 8:30am-10am, London Zoo
Our female Fellows and guests joined us for an exclusive morning at Tiny Giants, the extraordinary home of some of the smallest but mightiest animals at London Zoo.
This exclusive breakfast event brought together women who are passionate about wildlife for a dynamic panel discussion, featuring incredible speakers who are working tirelessly so wildlife and people can thrive together. At ZSL, we are proud of our legacy of inspiring women in conservation and we want to continue to build on that. This event gave Fellows the opportunity to meet ZSL Trustees and learn more about how you can become part of the next generation of conservation leaders, by putting yourself forward to join them on our Board.
ZSL in Action: Highlights from 2024
Tuesday 11 February, 3pm-4pm, London Zoo
Fellows were invited to an exclusive webinar, where Fellows heard from experts about the exciting work taking place at ZSL. We shone a spotlight on our key conservation and animal highlights from 2024, which wouldn't be possible without your support. We were even joined by some of our London Zoo animals.
2024
ZSL Annual General Meeting
21 October 2024, 6:30pm , London Zoo
Fellows joined us for ZSL's 195 Annual General Meeting on 21 November 2024. The AGM was delivered as a digital and in-person hybrid event. Fellows listened to ZSL Council and Executive Committee about their highlights from the year, the Youth Advisory Board on their work and put forward their own questions.
We thank all of our Fellows who were able to attend.
Zoos and Conservation Careers Conference
31 October 2024, 9am-4:45pm, London Zoo
In an exciting move Fellowship and Education merged their Student Conferences into the ZSL Zoos and Conservation Careers Conference, for a fully packed day discovering the career opportunities for working within the sector. Our Fellows engaged in engagement sessions from creating habitats for our animals, veterinary tours and behaviour management whilst meeting our ZSL teams, networking with students and gaining insight in a series of talks.
It was a fantastic way for anyone looking to pursue an animal related career by bringing together speakers from across our international conservation charity, our conference will highlight the diverse roles across the worlds of animal care, science and conservation.
Fantastic Women and Where To Find Them
Thursday 16 May 2024, 8:15am - 10am, Penguin Beach London
We are honoured to be a part of an organisation with a rich history of trailblazing women, from Joan Proctor to Dame Georgina Mace and now, you.
In celebration of the remarkable achievements of our inspirational Female Fellows, our Fellows were invited to attend an exclusive breakfast networking morning for Women at London Zoo's penguin beach. The event provided the opportunity to hear from ZSL's Head of Wildlife Services, Dr Amanda Guthrie, ZSL's Senior Research Fellow, Professor Rosie Woodroffe, and your own ZSL Trustee, Shruti Ajitsaria.
Fellowship Conference
Saturday 20 April 2024, 9:15am-5:45pm, Huxley Lecture Theatre London Zoo
On Saturday 20 April 2024 Fellowship held the inaugural ZSL Fellowship Conference at the Huxley Lecture Theatre at London Zoo, Regents Park.
The event was a valuable opportunity for connecting both ZSL and Fellows through an , engagement sessions, networking opportunities and more. This includes talks from ZSL Fellows and ZSL Staff, allowing Fellows to hear about the breadth of work from across the society.
ZSL Talks and Speakers:
- Extinct in the Wild - The Opportunity is in our Hands
Dr Fiona Sach, Zoo Conservation Impact Manager, ZSL - Predicting species population abundance response to climate, land-use, and future scenarios
Dr Robin Freeman, Head of Indicators & Assessment Unit, ZSL
ZSL Fellow Talks and Speakers:
- "The Lost Words": Representations of Environmental Issues in
Children's Literature and the Implications for Environmental Education
Dr Ross Buckingham, PhD Graduate, University of Cambridge - From Conservation to Restoration: what impact will the EU’s proposed Nature Restoration Regulation have within the EU, the UK and beyond?
Dr Martin Steinfeld, Affiliated Lecturer in EU Law, University of Cambridge - A New Offering in Sustainability Consulting: Acting for Nature
Bethany Greenman BSc MSc, Sustainability Consultant, Oakdene Hollins - Hybridization in Endangered Wildlife Populations
Ray Heaton FLS, Trustee, Wader Quest - Researching the history and current distribution of the Eurasian Golden Jackal (Canis aureus) in mainland Europe
Professor Keith Somerville, Senior Research Fellow at Institute of Commonwealth Studies, University of London - A Caribbean Killer
Dr Bryan Wilson, Researcher, University of Oxford
Upskill Yourself
Thursday 11 April 2024, 7pm-8:30pm GMT, Online via Zoom
Join us online on Thursday 11 April 2024 from 7pm - 8.30pm (Password: Fellows24)for an exclusive opportunity for continuing professional development (CPD) hours.
You will have the exciting opportunity to hear from three of ZSL's team as they uncover the top tips and tricks of navigating through your careers, some of which might come in handy on the outside too!
During the talks you will investigate written and spoken communications, discussing ways to improve your presentation skills by using storytelling. Furthermore, you will get some advice on how to engage with your audiences whether to a room of individuals or a conversation with a stranger.
We will finish with a look at the power of social media in science and the varied ways in which science communication skills can benefit your work and studies.
There will even be an opportunity to put forward your own questions. If you are working within science, conservation or animal husbandry, or just starting your career, this is a great way to get some top tricks and tips.
Speakers
• Sarah Forysth, Curator of Mammals, ZSL
• Harriet McAra, Science Communications and Events Manager, ZSL
• Lucy Brown, Public Engagement with Science Manager, ZSL
Economic Possibilities in the Anthropocene by Professor Sir Partha Dasgupta
Wednesday 20 March 2024, 12:30pm, Huxley Lecture Theatre, London Zoo
Fellows were joined by one of the world’s leading thinkers on nature and economics. Professor Sir Partha Dasgupta has led the way on how to ensure nature is properly included in our economic frameworks, and not treated as a free good. He was commissioned by the British Government to write the ground-breaking Dasgupta Review on the Economics of Biodiversity, and has been a key voice for addressing the drivers of nature loss rather than the symptoms.
WATCH NOW
Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians
Saturday 23 March 2024, 1pm-4pm, London Zoo
Fellows joined the ZSL team for a special preview of the new Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians at London Zoo. As part of the days festivities they listened to talks from Professor Andrew Cunningham, ZSL's Deputy Director of Science and Professor of Wildlife Epidemiology, and Dr Ben Tapley, ZSL's Curator of Reptiles and Amphibians.
Fellows heard from Andrew and Ben on ZSL's work to protect some of the world's rarest reptiles and amphibians. This included the Mountain chicken frog, which is now located in our new world-leading habitat.
Fellows then headed down to the new habitat for exclusive tours as some of the first into this new space.
2023
194 Annual General Meeting
Thursday 23 November 2023, 7pm Huxley Lecture Theatre, London Zoo and Online
Fellows joined us as we discussed ZSL's activities and successes from the 2022-2023 financial year. Find further information on the associated Annual General Meeting webpages.
Pre-Annual General Meeting Fellows Talk
Thursday 23 November 2023, 6pm
Fellows listed to ZSL's Curator of Birds Gary Ward on Zoo Based Bird Conservation: Restoriation of Extinct in the Wild. Alongis de ZSL's Section Manager of Herpetology, Dave Clarke FRES on The Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians.
CSIP: Stories from the field
Thursday 28 September 2023, 6pm GMT Online
A dolphin is found dead stranded on a remote beach by a dog walker. Why did this even occur? How did it die? For the last 30 years these questions have been asked by the UK Cetacean Strandings Investigation Programme (CSIP). CSIP is a collaborative research programme led by the Institute of Zoology and funded by the UK Government. Our teams travel across the coastline of UK identifying the causes of cetacean (whales, dolphins and porpoises), marine turtles, seals and shark strandings. Through their detailed investigations we are able to learn about the state of the wider marine ecosystems and the impacts we are having on it. Join CSIP Project Manager Rob Deaville as he discusses his field work for the last 30 years, illustrated with fascinating images and videos.
Facilitated by Harriet McAra, Lucy Brown, Lyndsey Isaac and Rob Deaville.
Watch now
The other end of the scale - postmortems on our tiniest residents
Thursday 19 January 2023, 6pm GMT Online
Last year, our pathologist, Dr Simon Spiro, showed you how he performs a post mortem examination on one of the zoo’s largest animals, taking you inside a 2 tonne rhinoceros. This year, Simon will take you to the other end of the scale, showing how he is able to make diagnoses of our tiniest animals, including key conservation species such as our Partula snails, freshwater pupfish and even microscopic coral polyps. This talk will make use of a virtual microscope to take you deep inside these miniscule animals to explore how biology works on a small scale, how this can be affected by disease and what we can do about it.
2022
Cold, dark and deep - ZSL's marine research in Greenland
Tuesday 20 December 2022, 6pm GMT Online
Seabed habitats in the deep-seas around Greenland are poorly known, due to the difficulties in accessing cold and deep marine habitats. ZSL researchers have spent a decade studying the wide variety of corals, sponges and other habitats that can be found in Arctic Greenland. Dr Chris Yesson will talk about his work surveying the seabed using both expensive state of the art remote operated vehicles and low cost camera systems, showcasing a recent survey that documented a complex mixed coral community close to an economically important trawl fishery. Join us to see the beautiful habitats of the Arctic and learn how ZSLs research is supporting sustainability efforts in a remote and extreme environment.
Facilitated by Lucy Brown, Lyndsey Isaac and Dr Chris Yesson
How do you renovate an icon: The Snowdon
Monday 3 October 2022, 7pm Online
As part of the celebrations to mark the opening of Monkey Valley at London Zoo, join us for an exclusive online event to hear key members of the project team explain how we renovated the iconic Grade II* listed Snowdon structure from start to finish. From concept and design, right through to the build and how we made the move as smooth as possible for our troop of Eastern black and white colobus monkeys, we’ll share with you the highs and lows of renovating a gravity defying landmark! Made possible by a £4 million grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, we invite you to celebrate this masterpiece, as well as hear about our award-winning community engagement work which is being delivered in conjunction with the project.
Facilitated by Holly Bestley and Lyndsey Isaac.
Annual General Meeting
Thursday 24 November 2022, Time TBC
Join us as we discuss ZSL's activities and successes from the 2021-2022 financial year.
Additionally, we are delighted to invite all Fellows to join our upcoming ZSL Science and Conservation lectures, which are now running online throughout the academic year.
Explore ZSL's Science and Conservation Events
Inside a Rhino post mortem - the promise, pathology and practicalities
Monday 28 February 2022, 6pm GMT, Online Exclusive
Weighing nearly 2 tonnes and with skin up to 5 cm thick, a post-mortem examination on a rhinoceros is no easy job. In this event, ZSL’s wildlife pathologist Dr Simon Spiro will talk you through the post-mortem of a southern white rhino, covering everything from the practicalities of working on such a massive creature to the pathological lesions identified and what they mean for this animal and the species as a whole. The event will also cover the wide variety of research projects and collaborations that tissues from the rhino will feed into, allowing the animal to continue to contribute to rhino conservation and science even in death.
Please be aware that this event will feature photography, time-lapses, video, CT-imagery and microscopy to allow fellows to experience the post mortem themselves at every scale. Audience discretion is advised.
2021
Conservation Science on the Korean Peninsula
Tuesday 30 November 2021, 6pm GMT, Online Exclusive
Join Joshua Powell, a PhD student in the Institute of Zoology and UCL, and a visiting research student at Seoul National University's College of Veterinary Medicine, as he discusses conservation on the Korean Peninsula, with a particular focus on the region's diverse mammal biota. Joshua will highlight the ecological history of big cats in North and South Korea; new research on trends in the wildlife trade of badgers; and efforts to re-establish a self-sustaining bear population in a country of similar size and human population density as England.
Facilitated by Charlotte Coales and Lyndsey Isaac
Annual General Meeting
Thursday 10 November 2021, 7pm GMT, Online
Thank you to all those who joined us for the 192 Annual General Meeting. Hosted by ZSL President, Professor Sir John Beddington CMG FRS, alongside our Director General, Dominic Jeremy, ZSLTrustees and the ZSL Executive Committee (ExCo). The meeting provided a unique opportunity to hear about ZSL’s activities and successes throughout the year ending April 2021, and an update on how ZSL is emerging from the COVID 19 pandemic with renewed purpose to secure our vision for a world where wildlife thrives. Thank you to those who joined, presubmitted questions and raised questions during the evening
Facilitated by the ZSL Governance team
Paleoart: Fellows Exclusive Walk of the Week
Travel back with ZSL Presenter, Victoria, to the land of the dinsours at ZSL Whipsnades Zoorassic park (now closed) to find out find out how artists are able to draw animals, never seen by the human eye and how this is an ever changing process. Most importantly we will look into why Paleoart is so important in today’s world.
Facilitated by Victoria Catzeflis and Lyndsey Isaac
Working with Wildlife
Monday 18 October 2021, 6pm GMT, Online Exclusive
Are you interested in pursuing a career in animal husbandry, wildlife conservation or research? Or are you wondering what kind of careers you could go into with a biology degree (or similar)? Join three of our experts, as they discuss their roles at ZSL, explaining what their work involves and their career paths so far. There will be plenty of time for Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask your questions and gather helpful advice.
Facilitated by Charlotte Coales and Lyndsey Isaac
Digital Preview of Giants of the Galapagos
1 October 2021, 8am
Patrons and Fellows are invited to meet our London Zoo reptile team to find out more about the incredible, international work of our keepers and how they care of our trio of tortoises. You’ll be one of the first to explore Dolly, Polly and Pricilla’s new home at this live event before Giants of the Galápagos opens to visitors on 9 October.
Facilitated by Lyndsey isaac
Whipsnade Heritage Walk: Celebrating 90 wild years - Revised
Thursday 9 - Monday 13 September, onsite exclusive
Journey back in time to 1931 with our experienced guide, to learn about the rich and diverse history of Whipsnade Zoo. Find out some of our lesser known but fascinating stories about the people, animals and the place. You’ll hear about influential buildings, the famous faces who have walked through our gates and about our 90 years of incredibly impactful work.
Future Zoo: a journey to recovery
Thursday 13th May, 1pm GMT
Join our Zoos’ Chief Operating Officers, Kathryn England and Owen Craft for a lunchtime catch up as they walk you through the exciting upcoming changes to our Zoos as we rebuild after the devastating financial impact of the pandemic.
You will hear more about our most recent animal moves, key animal updates and our new building plans with the chance to ask questions directly to the team. These essential works, underpinning our world leading animal care, have been enabled through our loan and we are actively fundraising against these necessary costs to protect ZSL’s future. These amazing new spaces will allow us to engage millions of people each year with wildlife through unique and engaging storytelling, highlighting ZSL’s vital international work and supporting our vision for a world where wildlife thrives.
Facilitated by Amelia Scudamore and James Wren
Breakfast with the Elephants for Patrons, Fellows and invited guests
Thursday 8 April, 9am GMT
Grab your breakfast and your herd at home to join our Asian elephants (Elephas maximus) as they wake up to a new day, live from Whipsnade Zoo. Whilst the Zoo is closed and ahead of reopening on 12 April, come behind closed doors and see these majestic animals like never before. You'll hear from direct from their keepers about what it takes to care for these endangered animals and all about their morning routine. You'll also have a chance to ask our keepers all of your elephant and animal questions!
Facilitated by Holly Bestley and Lyndsey Isaac
My family and other fish: Conserving Wildlife in the Thames
Wednesday 17 March 2021, 6pm GMT
Hear from ZSL Conservationist, Joe Pecorelli, as he gives an overview of ZSL's work along the Thames Estuary. Joe highlights some of the incredible wildlife that can be found in this iconic river, and explains how you, our Fellows, can get involved with helping ZSL to monitor and protect the river for future generations.
Facilitated by Charlotte Coales and Lyndsey Isaac
Pathways to conservation
Monday 8 March 2021, 6pm GMT
Listen to ZSL's panel of Conservationist Kate Moses, Keeper Daniel Kane and Post-Doctorial Researcher, Daniella Rabiotti as they discuss their Pathways to Conservation. Gain some insider knowledge and top tips to help you on your own journeys, each career journey is unique - including yours.
Facilitated by Holly Bestley and Lyndsey Isaac
How to train a dragon, after hours with Jim Mackie, ZSL's Animal behaviour management officer.
Thursday 25 February, 6pm GMT
How do you crate train a lemur to visit the vets? How do you weigh a meerkat? Join us after hours to get these answers with educational officer Holly Bestley and Animal Behaviour Management Office, Jim Mackie, to learn about animal training at ZSL. ZSL has a long history of applying the principles of behavioural science in its animal training programmes. With the last decade, keepers have embraced techniques to enhance animal welfare using trained behaviours for veterinary care and improved husbandry. Done through the methods of reinforcement training, one component of BF Skinners theory of operant conditioning. Continuing our long tradition as a scientific pioneer.
Facilitated by Holly Bestley and Lyndsey Isaac
Recovering New Zealand's ray of sunshine, the hihi, from the brink of extinction
Wednesday 27 January 2021, 6pm GMT
Join IoZ researcher Jon Ewen, Honorary Research Fellow Stefano Canessa and recent IoZ PhD student Caitlin Andrews as they discuss the scientific work that has gone into saving one of New Zealand's iconic songbirds. Until recently, the hihi or stitchbird, was both rate and poorly understood. Like many endemic birds in New Zealand, its numbers and distribution plummeted with the introduction of mammalian predators, until only a remnant population survived on Little Barrier Island. Thanks to successful conservation management and research, the species is now one of the better studied and can be seen at several translocation sites on and around the North Island of New Zealand.
Facilitated by Charlotte Coales, Eleanor Darbey and Lyndsey Isaac
Monitoring Garden Wildlife Health (GWH) using Citizen Science
Tuesday 1 December 2020, 6pm GMT
Listen to IoZ researcher and wildlife veterinarian Katharina Seilern-Moy as she discusses the GWH project, a collaborative project between ZSL, the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO), Froglife and the Royal Society of the Protection of Birds (RSPB). Katharina will explore how Citizen Science can be used as a tool to monitor the health of, and identify disease threats, to British wildlife, using the example of GWH, which focuses on garden birds, hedgehogs, reptiles and amphibians. Learn about how the project works and how data collected by the public can provide valuable insight into wildlife health and examples of what has been learnt so far.
2020
Annual General Meeting 2020
Tuesday 17 November 2020, 5pm GMT
We were delighted to welcome Fellows to the ZSL's 191 Annual General Meeting, ZSL's first digital AGM. ZSL's activities, vision and financial performance for the financial year ending April 2020 were presented to Fellows alongside ZSL's Executive Committee discussing the impact on ZSL in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Facilitated by ZSL Governance and Fellowship
The Living Planet Report 2020
Tuesday 6 October 2020, 6pm GMT
The Living Planet Report is a leading science-based publication on the state of the planet and associated challenges and solutions. Produced biennially by the WWF, in collaboration with ZSL and a number of organisations, measures human pressures and impacts on the planet. Join ZSL's researchers as they discuss the 2020 publication, the crucial role of their research and reporting on trends in 20,811 monitored populations of 4,382 vertebrate species.
Facilitated by Charlotte Coales, Eleanor Darbey and Lyndsey Isaac
Predicting a Pandemic - Tackling the global Zoonotic emergency
Thursday 30 July, 6pm GMT
Join Professor Andrew Cunningham, ZSL's Deputy Director of Science and Professor of Wildlife Epidemiology, to discuss the serious public heath threats emerging from the interactions between wildlife and humans.
Facilitated by Lyndsey Isaac