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The North Carolina Zoo is pleased to announce it has been awarded three grants for its wildlife conservation projects in Africa

The North Carolina Zoo has been recognized with top honors from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums for its global conservation work. These prestigious awards recognize exceptional efforts toward habitat preservation, species restoration, and support of biodiversity in the wild.

Asheboro, N.C. Sept. 25, 2018 -Two North American river otter pups orphaned earlier this year at the North Carolina coast have been successfully rehabilitated and released as part of a cooperative effort between The NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC), the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island and North Carolina Zoo. The effort was based on valuable input and cooperation among the participating agencies to help ensure the animals’ well-being. 

The North Carolina Zoo announces it has joined as a full member of the Conservation Centers for Special Survival, a cooperative group of large conservation facilities in North America dedicated to the preservation of wildlife. Specifically, the C2S2 focuses on species which require large habitats, natural group sizes and minimal public disturbance.

The Zoo, located in central North Carolina, has 2,600 acres of land, with 500 of the acres currently developed, making it an excellent C2S2 partner facility. Joining the organization will enable the Zoo to expand its programs, such as the American red wolf breeding program.

Our second baby rhino is named Bonnie.