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The Role of Zoos in the Conservation of Endangered Animal Species

Zoos as Conservation Centers

Zoos today are no longer merely places where people go to admire exotic animals. Modern zoos have become key institutions in the protection of endangered species. Thanks to their expertise, international cooperation, and educational programs, they play a crucial role in the fight to preserve biodiversity.

A slow loris, a small nocturnal primate with large round eyes, clinging to a branch in the forest.

The Influence of Umbrella Species on Habitat Conservation: The Slow Loris in Sumatra

The Slow Loris as an Umbrella Species

The slow loris (Nycticebus coucang), a small nocturnal primate with large eyes and slow movements, is one of the most iconic animals inhabiting Sumatra. This popular species  has a far greater impact on its environment than it might initially appear. Protecting this endangered animal indirectly helps safeguard numerous other species of animals and plants in its natural habitat. As such, the slow loris is categorized as an “umbrella species.”

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Kateřina Holubová
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Director of Program

František Příbrský
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Jerry Pranata Gurusinga
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