Upcoming Events
Sundays
Close-up on Conservation, at the Park
February 26
KinderNights, at the Zoo
February 26 and 27
Ride on the Wild Side: Junior Explorers, at the Park
February 27
Focus on Photography, at the Park
March 19
Brewmaster Dinner,
at the Park
March 12, 19, and 26
Spring Member Dinner Series, at the Zoo
April 14 and 15
2011 Biomimicry Conference, at the Zoo
Daily
Photo Caravans, at the Park
More Member Events
Calendar
Member Specials
Conservation Projects
In the Field
At the Zoo
Support Conservation
Donate
Animal Wish List
Cars for Conservation
Free Green Guides for Home and Work
Learn more
Do you know someone who would enjoy this newsletter?
Send Conservation Beat to a Friend
|
Hope in the Hopper
 A "chilling reality" for mountain yellow-legged frog conservation is unfolding at the San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, as well as in the brisk streams of Southern California. By chilling the frogs in winter, breeding is much more successful. Get the latest news and hear the unusual underwater call of the frogs!
Helping Hornbills
 Even if you don't have a nesting instinct, the big-billed birds of Asia do, and they need your help. By adopting a hornbill nest, you will be supporting villagers in Thailand who collect data on hornbills and protect the nests from poachers. Participants receive an annual update on their adopted nest!
Biomimicry and Collaboration with the City of San Diego
 The Zoo has stepped up efforts to share our knowledge of nature and conservation and become more proactive in conversations about innovation and the economy. All of this led to discussions with City of San Diego officials about the exciting work the City is doing to make San Diego a hub for Clean Tech.
Animal Care Wish List
 There's plenty to choose from on our "shopping list." From cologne for cats to soothing sod for our anoas, your support helps enrich the lives of our animals—and makes for interesting conversation with your friends! The list changes monthly, so stay in touch.
Home (Improvements) on the Range
 A vital component to Stephens' kangaroo rat conservation is restoring its habitat to the native grasses the rodent relies upon. Researchers are investigating the best way to remove exotic grasses by testing burning, mowing, and sheep-grazing methods, then planting native bunchgrasses.
Conservation Tip of the Month: When out for a jog or walking your dog, take along a packet of native flower seeds and give them a toss. The wind, rain, and sunshine of springtime will reward your efforts with splashes of color—and your neighbors will think you're da bomb!
|
