Here in New England
Preserving Living Treasures in Our Own Backyard and Beyond:
Field Conservation at Zoo New England
In our increasingly crowded and busy world, many of the wondrous living treasures that grace our Earth—from rhinos and polar bears to tropical orchids—are at risk of disappearing. Equally threatened are many of the beautiful and little-known animals and plants that live in your state, your town, or perhaps your own backyard.
Our mission is to work with you to help preserve some of our rare and declining species while teaching you about the diversity and wonder of the natural world around you. Come outside with us, roll up your sleeves, and help make sure that generations to come will, like you, delight in hands-on experiences with our rarer wild neighbors.
News from the Field
Check out the latest from our Field Conservation Blog:
Projects & Resources
Join our Conservation Society
If you’re passionate about protecting natural treasures right here in New England, become a member of our Conservation Society.
Boston Area City Nature Challenge
The Boston City Nature Challenge is an international effort to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. Join us!
Turtle Conservation
We’re working to protect five native species of turtles at over a dozen sites around Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Amphibian Conservation
Locally, ZNE is working to monitor and restore populations of rare amphibians and the vernal pool habitat they depend on.
Franklin Park Biodiversity Project
We're monitoring native and invasive species to develop a better understanding of how they can coexist in an urban landscape and prevent further population declines. Community collaboration is encouraged!
By Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz (Own work) [CC BY-SA 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)], via Wikimedia Commons
New England Blazing Star and Native Pollinators
Native pollinator species are on the decline due to habitat loss. We're helping to bring back rare wildflowers on conservation land around Middlesex county.
Fish Conservation
There are tiny fish with big problems, and ZNE is working to protect several populations here in Massachusetts.
Protecting Habitats with the Motus Wildlife Tracking System
We've collaborated with the Massachusetts Audubon Society to track and ultimately save wildlife using the Motus Wildlife Tracking System.
