Conservation Network

We partner with zoos, wildlife parks and wildlife rescue centres to preserve the genetic heritage of animals under their care. Furthering their conservation goals, free of charge.

Our partners

As the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) Biobank’s official UK-based cryopreservation partner, we work with zoos, wildlife parks and wildlife rescue centres across the UK.

Take a look at the organisations that trust us to support their conservation goals.

  • Paignton Zoo

    “Our relationship with Nature’s SAFE is an important move for the modern zoo, to use all tools and technologies available to us to help halt species decline.”

    Dr Kirsten Pullen, Chief Science Officer at Wild Planet Trust

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  • Newquay Zoo

    Like Paignton Zoo, Newquay Zoo is part of Wild Planet Trust. Wild Planet Trust believe that every species is important, that everything is connected and that every action matters. Their mission is to help halt species decline.

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  • Horstmann Trust

    “70% of the world’s vulture species are threatened with extinction and Horstmann Trust works with some of the most endangered of those. By partnering with Nature’s SAFE, we’re helping to ensure these vital birds have a future and provide a level of safeguarding we couldn’t achieve on our own.”

    Adam Bloch, Horstmann Trust CEO

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  • Twycross Zoo

    Twycross Zoo is fighting the global extinction crisis, and protecting species around the world, from the heart of the UK.

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  • ZSL London Zoo

    London Zoo is part of ZSL (Zoological Society of London), a global wildlife conservation charity. Their teams of conservationists, scientists, technicians and community specialists are active in over 70 countries.

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  • ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

    Whipsnade Zoo is a hub of conservation activity, from their crucial breeding programmes for endangered wildlife like the scimitar-horned oryx to native species conservation on their 600-acre site.

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  • Bristol Zoo Project

    Bristol Zoological Society is building a new conservation zoo at its 136-acre Bristol Zoo Project site, where around 80 percent of animals will be linked to its conservation work around the world.

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  • Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park

    Jimmy’s Farm started over 20 years ago when Jimmy Doherty took on a leasehold of a 100-acre farm just outside Ipswich which was followed in a BBC series. The farm now has an award-winning Wildlife Park which is working in close partnership with Nature’s SAFE to protect pollinators from extinction.

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  • Watatunga Wildlife Reserve

    Watatunga Wildlife Reserve, spanning 170 acres of woodland, grassland, and lakes, is dedicated to the conservation of endangered deer, antelope, and birds.

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  • Banham Zoological Gardens

    After welcoming its first guests in 1968, Banham Zoological Gardens has been inspiring people of all ages about animals from around the world and their conservation.

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  • Woburn Safari Park

    Woburn Safari Park is an expansive wild animal park home to hundreds endangered, exotic and native animals living in 360 acres of Bedfordshire parkland. Their mission is to help protect the long term future of vulnerable animal species by making a direct contribution to in-situ and ex-situ conservation projects.

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  • Suffolk Owl Sanctuary

    Established as a registered charity in 2001, the Suffolk Owl Sanctuary is based at Stonham Aspal in Suffolk, where it operates a comprehensive facility for the care & rehabilitation of owls from the region, and the promotion of owl conservation throughout the UK and beyond.

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  • Reaseheath Mini Zoo

    Reaseheath Mini Zoo, based on the rural grounds of Reaseheath College in Cheshire, contributes to conservation through education, local habitat restoration, breeding threatened species and contributing to our living biobank.

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  • Exmoor Zoo

    Established in 1993 on the grounds of what was formerly The Bird Gardens, Exmoor Zoo now actively co-operates in national and international breeding programmes for many of the world’s rarest birds and animals.

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  • The Big Cat Sanctuary

    The Big Cat Sanctuary is a charity dedicated to the welfare, research, conservation, and rescue of wild cats, both big and small. The sanctuary plays a leading role in supporting the survival of critically endangered species through captive breeding programs and conservation initiatives, making a significant impact on the preservation and protection of wild cats around the world.

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  • Hertfordshire Zoo

    Hertfordshire Zoo is a registered charity (no.1108609). In addition to caring for their own animals, the zoo raises funds to support wildlife conservation projects both in the UK and around the globe.

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  • Longleat Safari Park

    Longleat was the first Safari Park to open outside of Africa in 1966, and is home to over 120 species.

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  • Dudley Zoo

    Dudley Zoo & Castle supports conservation through a variety of both in-situ and ex-situ projects, and participates in over 50 European Breeding Programmes (EEP’s) which help to create sustainable populations of threatened species within European zoos.

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  • Folly Farm

    Folly Farm believe it’s vital to protect all the different kinds of animals in the world. That’s why they participate in 36 breeding programmes to protect endangered species, including the Nile lechwe.

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  • Wingham Wildlife Park

    Wingham Wildlife Park Animal Welfare (WWPAW) is a UK registered charity (number 1162346) working with the support of Wingham Wildlife Park and its staff to give safe homes for life, both in captivity and the wild. The charity was registered in the summer of 2015 to work with projects both in the UK and the rest of the world.

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  • Flamingo Land Resort

    Flamingo Land Resort is both a theme park and an award winning, accredited zoo, constantly striving to improve conservation.

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  • Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park

    Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park is home to a unique collection of animals from across the world, including Red Pandas, lemurs, reptiles, meerkats, otters, birds, wallabies and a large collection of monkeys.

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  • Manor Wildlife Park

    Since 2008, Manor Wildlife Park has been working on a major renovation project to bring it from an outdated animal park to a world class animal facility. Its mission is to protect and secure endangered species ecosystems.

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  • Welsh Mountain Zoo

    Born as a small family run business by the Jackson family in 1963, the Welsh Mountain Zoo – also known as the National Zoo of Wales, is the oldest and most established Zoo in Wales.

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  • Northumberland College Zoo

    This Zoo is part of Northumberland College, and aims to support all the species in their care, along with other endangered species in their natural habitats.

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  • Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park

    Set in the Combe Martin valley, this wildlife park supports the conservation of a number of wild animal species, including goeldi monkeys and Californian sea lions.

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  • Ponderosa Zoo

    Ponderosa Zoo’s mission is to inspire people of all ages and abilities through zoo-led education and engaging experiences, helping to ensure the survival of species and biomes for future generations with the aim of contributing towards active conservation.

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  • Shepreth Wildlife Park

    Shepreth Wildlife Park is committed to global conservation through fundraising for projects worldwide, protection of native UK wildlife in their hedgehog hospital and participation in breeding programmes for threatened species.

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  • Shaldon Wildlife Trust

    Set in an acre of woodland garden above the attractive coastal village of Shaldon, the Wildlife Trust looks after, and helps preserve, some of the rarest and most endangered animals in the world. Their mission is  to be a proactive contributor to the preservation of the wildlife of the planet.

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  • Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens

    The Thrigby Hall Conservation Fund is committed to taking action to tackle the rapid declines and extinctions of our planet’s rich biodiversity, supporting field conservation work both here and overseas.

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  • Hoo Zoo

    Hoo Zoo is a family run zoo nestling in 32 acres of woodland and paddocks in the heart of rural Shropshire. Hoo Zoo is helping protect the earths resources and wildlife through their sustainability on-site, having 25 acres of land set aside to protect wildlife and supporting conservation organisations abroad.

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  • Amazona Zoo

    Amazona Zoo is a small collection of South American wildlife – including jaguar, monkeys, snakes, ocelot, pumas, flamingo, tapir and much more. They are committed to helping visitors discover nature and provide education on conservation issues.

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  • Drusillas Zoo Park

    Drusillas Zoo Park is dedicated to a vision where wildlife thrives and nature is preserved. Their mission is to use their influence to drive meaningful change, supporting species survival and habitat restoration. Through the Drusillas Conservation in Action Charity, they formalize and diversify our conservation efforts, partnering with projects and charities, and funding fieldwork.

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  • Chessington World of Adventures Resort

    Chessington Zoo brings you face to face with over 1,000 incredible animals including giraffes, zebras, rhinos, monkeys, sea lions, penguins and underwater creatures in their SEA LIFE centre.

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  • Hill Livery

    Hill Livery is run by wild equid conservation expert Terri Hill, and caters for both domestic horses and wild equids at their centre just 3 miles from the centre of Bristol

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  • The Seahorse Trust

    The Seahorse Trust was set up in 1999 to preserve and conserve the natural world, especially the marine environment, using seahorses as a flagship species. They work in partnership with many organisations and people from all over the world to conserve seahorses and their environment for the future.

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  • Tilgate Nature Centre

    Tilgate Nature Centre, owned by Crawley Borough Council, is home to over 500 animals, ranging from owls to otters, tapir to tortoises and reindeer to raccoon dogs, making it a fantastic and affordable place for all the family to enjoy. Their mission is to provide an affordable day out that educates and inspires visitors and has great animal welfare at its heart.

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  • The Deep

    The Deep is an education, conservation charity and public aquarium in Hull, East Yorkshire.

    Its purpose, as an ocean ambassador, is to inspire positive behaviour change to protect our shared oceans. This partnership adds a new facet to their work towards safeguarding the world’s aquatic ecosystems.

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  • UKACT

    UK Animal Care Technicians (UKACT) is a professional association for animal care educators. They are committed to advancing professional development and welfare standards in animal care education.

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  • Halesowen College

    With over 120 species, Halesowen College is home to a wide and diverse range of Animals, from Rabbits and Chickens, to Marmosets and Tree Pythons. The college’s sector-leading Animal Care Unit, is run by a team of qualified and experienced animal care technicians, who lead by example with the highest standards of practice.

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  • Hobbledown Adventure Farm Park & Zoo

    Hobbledown is a farm park and zoo located in Epsom, Surrey. With unique enclosures surrounding children’s adventure play, Hobbledown’s collection includes everything from goats to meerkats to lemurs.

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  • All Things Wild

    All Things Wild is a family-friendly attraction dedicated to connecting people with nature through engaging animal experiences, interactive play, and educational activities. With a focus on conservation and accessibility, they offer a fun and inclusive environment for visitors of all ages to explore and learn.

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  • Colchester Zoological Society

    Home to over 150 species, Colchester Zoological Society (CZS) works hard to promote conservation both at home and out in the wider world. Since 2004, CZS has donated over £4.7 million to a broad spectrum of projects around the globe, including UmPhafa, their supported Nature Reserve in South Africa.

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  • Ashlyn’s Wildlife Park

    Through their habitat restoration projects, wildlife surveys, and sustainability initiatives, Ashlyn’s Wildlife Park aims to create a lasting impact on the environment while encouraging our visitors to play an active role in protecting the natural world. From tree planting to native species conservation, their work is focused on safeguarding the future of wildlife, both within the park and beyond.

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  • Valley Wildlife

    A small family-run zoo and wildlife rehabilitation centre, based in South Yorkshire. The zoos efforts focus primarily around breed and release projects for small British mammals and invertebrates, working closely with conservation charities and educational establishment.

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  • West Midlands Safari Park

    West Midlands Safari Park, located in Worcestershire, is an award-winning wildlife attraction that offers a drive-through safari and walk-through areas, featuring a wide range of exotic and endangered animals. Committed to conservation, the Park actively supports global efforts to protect endangered species through breeding programmes, education and wildlife preservation partnerships.

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  • Northumberland Zoo

    Northumberland Zoo is a family-run, not-for-profit zoo, with just over 100 species located in the heart of the countryside.

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  • Tropical World Leeds

    Tropical World is home to loads of exciting and exotic animals. Journey below the surface of the water from mangroves and swamps to rivers, crawl through the rainforest and bask in the heat of their Yorkshire desert. Spot Gamora the Mexican beaded Lizard, their adorable Lesser Madagascar Tenrec family, Asian Forest Scorpion and many more!

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  • Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre

    Home of the internationally renowned Cotebrook Shire Horse Stud, the centre has been breeding Champion Shires for over 50 years. As well as the fabulous Shire horses they have a selection of UK native wildlife including rare breeds. Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre provides Nature’s SAFE with tissue samples from deceased native breeds thus protecting these species from extinction in the future.

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  • Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm

    Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is a vibrant conservation charity dedicated to protecting endangered species and inspiring a love for wildlife through unforgettable, accessible and educational experiences. Nestled in the North Somerset countryside, the zoo supports global and local conservation projects while providing exceptional care for over 100 species from African elephants to red-ruffed lemurs.

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  • Lakeland Wildlife Oasis

    Lakeland Wildlife Oasis is a small zoo set in the Lake district which punches well above its weight. Owned, and managed by, the Lakeland Trust for Natural Sciences, the Oasis aims to conserve wild animals both free-living and captive, as well as educating the public on the issues they face. LWO has a varied collection and for over 30 years has made meaningful impacts to the field of conservation.

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  • Skegness Aquarium

    Skegness Aquarium opened in 2015. Their mission is to inspire people to value marine life and our ecosystems through interaction, information and education, and to work as a collective for the conservation of marine environments, inclusively and whole heartedly.

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  • Coleg Cambria

    If you love animals and want to be surrounded by them every day, Coleg Cambria’s Animal Care & Management courses are for you. Northop’s Animal Care Centre houses over 200 animals from a wide range of exciting species of invertebrates, reptiles, amphibians, fish, birds and mammals.

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  • Battersea Park Children’s Zoo

    Battersea Park Children’s Zoo is ideal for young wildlife enthusiasts, featuring a diverse range of mammals, reptiles, and birds, from exotic species to farm animals. This family-friendly zoo focuses on conservation, supporting endangered species and offering daily keeper feeding talks to educate visitors. Kids can also enjoy play areas, sandarea and life-sized vehicles.

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  • New Forest Wildlife Park

    Enjoy a unique day out in the beautiful ancient woodlands in the New Forest. You’ll find over 200 animals from 30 species; watch the exotic and noisy endangered Giant Otters from the Amazon, wolverine, lynx, Scottish wildcats and bison to name just a few, plus walk through the deer and wallaby enclosure.

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  • Beale Wildlife Park

    Beale Wildlife Park is immensely proud to be a charity dedicated to the conservation and development of endangered and vulnerable animal species. Their mission extends beyond providing sanctuary and exceptional care for these animals, as they actively participate in their conservation and engage the public in meaningful educational experiences.

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  • Greenacres Animal Park

    Greenacres Animal Park is home to over 50 different species of animals within the Flintshire countryside. Although only a small, family run park, they strive to preserve and protect the environment, and have a focus to educate their visitors on conservation.

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  • Ventura Wildlife Foundation

    Ventura Wildlife Foundation is a unique not for profit organisation established in 2021. From our Hertfordshire based wildlife conservation centre we have over 70 species of exotic wildlife, which includes a number of unique species that can not be found elsewhere in the UK.

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  • The Fenn Bell Conservation Project

    The Fenn Bell Conservation Project’s mission is to help protect the future of all animals, bringing people and wildlife together in a way that benefits both. Working with partners like Nature’s SAFE, they are able to expand their conservation efforts to new areas.

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  • Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust

    WWT is the charity for wetlands and wildlife. In a world full of challenges, they are on a mission to restore wetlands and unlock their power. Because when wetlands thrive, so do we.

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How to become a conservation partner

If you would like to join our network, please contact us.

We are happy to walk you through the processes of sample collection and storage, and provide a tour of our facilities before making your decision.

We are currently only able to offer this service to UK-based institutions, but please contact us if you are based in another European country and we will keep you updated when our capacity expands to be able to offer this service to your institution.

Common Eland

Total Population: 90,000 to 110,000 in the wild

Guianan Squirrel Monkey

Total Population: Around 150,000 in the wild

Senegal galago

Total Population: Unknown

Patagonian Sea Lion

Total Population: 222,500 to 265,000 in the wild

Red-footed tortoise

Total Population: Unknown

Mandanao bleeding-heart dove

Total Population: Less than 2,500 in the wild

Inca Tern

Total Population: Around 150,000 in the wild

Hyacinth macaw

Total Population: Around 6,500 in the wild

Owston’s palm civet

Total Population: Unknown

White naped mangabey

Total Population: Around 1,000 in the wild

Mandrill

Total Population: Unknown

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Sloth bear

Total Population: Less than 20,000 in the wild

Argentine black and white tegu

Total Population: Unknown

Black tree monitor

Total Population: Unknown

Sumatran laughing thrush

Total Population: 2,500 - 10,000 in the wild

Capybara

Total Population: Unknown

Clouded Leopard

Total Population: Less than 10,000 in the wild

Black howler monkey

Total Population: Less than 5,000 in the wild