Free tickets for our next two #ZSLWildTalks are selling fast! As part of our 200th anniversary celebrations, join us on 19th May or 23rd June as we explore the biggest questions in wildlife science and conservation. You may also see a familiar face or two... Book your ticket now! 👇

If you missed our last #ZSLWildTalks about the women who shaped ZSL's history, and those who continue to tackle conservation challenges today, you can now catch up on our YouTube channel 👇

“The zoo fills a huge gap for us...creating a rare opportunity to study life at its most extraordinary" Read how @crick.ac.uk evolutionary biologist Margarida Cardoso Moreira is working with our experts at ZSL to investigate how the placenta has evolved across species 🧬

Sandra and the Beckenham Library Knit and Natter group sure have been busy knitting up an absolute storm and we are so honoured to have featured in their latest post box topper creation 📮🐒 #ZSL200

How can understanding the connections between ecosystems, animals and humans help us to safeguard the future of our planet? Join us on 19th May for our next #ZSLWildTalks event, hosted by Dr Chris van Tulleken, to find out. Book your free ticket now 👇

DNA is what makes every individual totally distinct – but how can mapping our genetic make up help us better conserve species facing environmental threats? 🎙️ Find out more in this episode of the #ZSLWildScience podcast: open.spotify.com/show/6oXspub...

The second event of our #ZSLWildTalks series was inspiring, empowering and full of insight. From the trailblazing women of ZSL’s 200 year history, to those tackling conservation challenges of today, we showcased and celebrated their impact. Chaired by the brilliant @lucycooke.bsky.social

How can the Enhanced Transparency Framework, a component of the UNFCCC's Paris Agreement, support alignment between UN Conventions and allow us to tackle biodiversity loss and the climate crisis in a more joined-up and efficient way? Newly published from researchers at ZSL's Institute of Zoology 👇

Young people across the UK are shaping a future where nature can thrive. Our Young Wildlife Conservationist of the Year Award celebrates those whose actions are already making a difference for wildlife — through conservation, creativity, advocacy or campaigning 🏆

The Darwin Tree of Life project aims to sequence the genomes of all organisms in Britain and Ireland, and at ZSL we’re starting with birds 🐥 Listen to the latest episode of #ZSLWildScience podcast to find out why 🎙️👇

Earlier this month I visited @zslofficial.bsky.social for the first of many evenings of talks celebrating #ZSL200, with 'Trailblazers & Pioneers: 200 Years of Wildlife Science'. You can read more about this insightful evening here: stevenallain.co.uk/Blog/scifri-... #SciFri #ZSL #Conservation

What stories can DNA tell us about how animals have survived in the face of a changing environment? 🧬 Listen to the latest episode of the #ZSLWildScience podcast to learn more: open.spotify.com/episode/6VXY... @sangerinstitute.bsky.social

📣 In-person tickets for this event are now sold out! But you can still join us live online, or join the waitlist to be there in person on 10th March. Find out more and reserve your ticket: www.zsl.org/news-and-eve...

BREAKING NEWS: An unexpected visitor was caught leaving with a souvenir from the local garden! 🦊 This video was taken during a garden survey by the Mitcham hedgehog project in 2025, clearly demonstrating how foxes utilize urban environments. 🌳🦊🌃 @zslofficial.bsky.social @zslscience.bsky.social

January marked the 20th anniversary of the Thames whale stranding, one of the highest profile cetacean live strandings and rescue attempts ever recorded. In this blog, explore London's historic whale encounters, and what they can tell us about the present-day status of marine mammals 🐋 👇

In case you weren't able to join us live for our fist Wild Talks event of the year, you can now watch the full event, on demand, on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5t5... #ZSLWildTalks #ZSL200

In collaboration with ZSL (@zslofficial.bsky.social), Capturing Ecology brought fascinating images from our international community. Through the animal category, we celebrate the diversity, complexity and hidden stories of wildlife, from extraordinary behaviours to fragile habitats.

Photographed near Malaysia’s capital, several Wallace's flying frogs descended from the rainforest canopy to breed in a rain-filled puddle 🌧️🐸  This stunning moment was captured by Jamal Kabir, winner of the animal category in Capturing Ecology.

We're delighted to wish a very happy 200th birthday to @ucl.ac.uk 🎉 Since 1826, UCL and ZSL have been at the forefront of ecological innovation, driving action to protect wildlife, combining academic research with real-world conservation. Here's to another 200! #UCL200

TONIGHT AT 7PM ⭐ Guardians of the Small celebrates ZSL’s 200th anniversary by telling the story of how we’ve been working to save the partula snail from extinction for almost four decades. Leading the way for all that time has been long-time colleagues, and friends, Paul Pearce-Kelly and Dave Clarke

200 years ago, ZSL was established ‘for the general advancement of zoological science', bringing together the likes of Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace at scientific meetings to shape the future of zoology

Join us for the second Wild Talks event of the year, hosted by @lucycooke.bsky.social, to celebrate the pioneering women who shaped ZSL's history, and those who continue to tackle conservation challenges today 🌍 Book your free ticket for 10th March now: www.zsl.org/news-and-eve...

Together, @oceanauk.bsky.social + @zslofficial.bsky.social examined research on harm to wildlife from 1000s of oil spills in UK waters, finding evidence of: - lung lesions in bottlenose dolphins - harm to the livers of minke whales - orcas + dolphins less able to successfully reproduce

Love looking at candid pictures of native UK wildlife? Want to contribute to ZSL’s scientific research? 📸🐿️ Help classify images taken as part of two camera trap surveys in Oxfordshire and Cumbria run in partnership with the National Hedgehog Monitoring Programme 1/4

We can't wait for our first Wild Talks event in a week's time! Join us on 3rd Feb for Trailblazers & Pioneers: 200 Years of Wildlife Science to hear how ZSL has been at the heart of scientific breakthroughs for two centuries. Hosted by @adamrutherford.bsky.social 🔬🐸🌊 1/2

Mitcham hedgehog project caught this hedgehog utilizing a hedgehog highway to move between habitats. By creating a small 13×13 cm opening in garden fences, you can help maintain habitat connectivity and support local hedgehog populations! ⭐🦔 @zslofficial.bsky.social @zslscience.bsky.social

The Thames was declared 'biologically dead' in the 1950s, but the estuary we see today demonstrates how quickly things can change when decisive action is taken. Our new State of the River Thames report celebrates recovery - but warns of threats to progress. Read more: www.zsl.org/news-and-eve...

First global analysis of its kind, led by UKCEH, has shown the impacts of invasive alien species on insects. The study found the non-native animals & plants on average reduce abundance of terrestrial insects by 31% and species richness by 21%. www.ceh.ac.uk/press/insect... 🧪 1/ #biodiversity

Don't miss your chance to be part of our first #ZSLWildTalks event on 3rd Feb as we explore how our understanding of nature has evolved over ZSL's 200-year history, and showcase some of our most groundbreaking scientific achievements. Book your free ticket: zsl.org/news-and-eve...

Introducing our special edition 200th anniversary coin 🪙 We’ve teamed up with The Royal Mint to celebrate two centuries of pioneering science, global conservation, and inspiring connections between people and wildlife. Find out more 👉 zsl.org/news-and-eve...

12. The Mayor has convened partners to develop a ten-year plan to clean up London’s rivers 🌊 You can play a part too - explore @zslofficial.bsky.social volunteering opportunities that support river habitats and London’s wildlife year-round. Find out more 👇 www.zsl.org/what-we-do/p...

As part of ZSL’s 200th anniversary celebrations, join us for Wild Talks, a special free lecture series exploring the biggest questions in wildlife science and conservation - past, present and future #ZSLWildTalks

Photography can inspire care for wildlife - but it can also cause harm. Our new paper highlights how unethical photography threatens the Galaxy Frog, underscoring the need for ethical wildlife photography #galaxyfrog #wildlifephotography @zslofficial.bsky.social www.researchgate.net/publication/...

How can you ensure the timber you import comes from deforestation-free sources? Join our free lunchtime webinar on 20th Jan, to find out more about our work with World Forest ID using chemical testing to verify geographic origin of timber products 🪵 Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/where-does...

Without changes, plastic pollution will keep pushing health-related economic losses even higher. But #GEO7 shows it doesn’t have to be this way. See the solutions that can help us #BeatPlasticPollution and build a healthier planet: www.unep.org/interactives...

As scrutiny on forest-risk commodity sourcing intensifies, companies and regulators need tools that can pinpoint exactly where their products come from. Join our free lunchtime webinar on 20th January to learn more about chemical origin testing of timber products: www.zsl.org/news-and-eve...

🏆 Celebrating outstanding contributions to zoology and conservation science 🏆 ZSL’s programme of science and conservation awards recognise remarkable contributions of outstanding individuals. Just take a look at this year’s winners!

Red-billed chough is on the brink of disappearing from Scotland. Under 50 pairs remain on Islay & Colonsay. New study from ACT & Scottish Chough Forum with @zslofficial.bsky.social supported by ScotGov & @naturescot.bsky.social shows urgent action needed. 🔗 buff.ly/FgIMple 📷 David Dinsley #NRF

The UN Environment Programme's 7th Global Environmental Outlook #GEO7 is out today, providing the most comprehensive scientific assessment of the global environment to date

Keep an eye on the magazine shelves - you might see some of our science! 🔬 Louise Gibson and Alex Thomas teamed up with photographer Britta Jackinski to capture their cutting-edge research into how forensics can tackle the illegal wildlife trade🫆 Read more here 👇 www.zsl.org/news-and-eve...

An exciting opportunity to join the team behind one of the world's major zoological libraries 📚 We are currently recruiting for two roles, an Archivist and a Reading Room Assistant, to join ZSL's Library and Archives team. Find out more & apply before 19th December: careers.zsl.org/vacancies/va...

Another ZSL and @royalvetcollege.bsky.social MSc Wild Animal Biology graduate publication! 🎓Liam Joyce leads new research on extinct in the wild Socorro doves, not seen in the wild since 1972

🚨We have a SUPER exciting announcement!🚨 Our next Summer Meeting will be at @zslofficial.bsky.social on the theme of The Zoological Society of London at 200: Science, Society, and the Natural World 🥳 📅1-3 July 2026 🗺️Zoological Society of London Find out how to submit 👇🏻 shnh.org.uk/all-events/c...

New research on meerkat health by ZSL and @royalvetcollege.bsky.social, led by MSc Wild Animal Health graduate Akari Sando, investigated cases of Angiostrongylus vasorum, a lungworm, in meerkats in UK zoos #WildAnimalHealth

New paper out! 📢 We tested whether boat activity from an eel telemetry study disturbed protected waterbirds in a UK reservoir. 🦆 No evidence of disturbance. 🌦️ Bird numbers varied with weather + season. conbio.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Just one week left until our launch event with @s-pooley.bsky.social for his book Discovering the Okapi! Join us on Tues 2nd Dec to hear from the author, and learn about ZSL's 125-year-long history with this enigmatic animal. Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/book-launc...

📣New paper out today! We’ve found concentrations of mercury in UK-harbour porpoises is increasing. 📈🐬 We also found concentrations of mercury were associated with an increased risk of dying from infectious disease.☠️ pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...

Conservationists are working to protect London’s uniquely 'charming hairy snail' — and Thames21 is proud to be supporting this project with @citizenzoo.bsky.social, @zslofficial.bsky.social, and many other fantastic partners. Read more here: www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Humanity's future depends on strong, resilient ecosystems.🌳🐿️🐝🌱🦋 We've written a report with partners including @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nhm-london.bsky.social @zslofficial.bsky.social presenting a big-picture ecosystem approach to restoring nature. Read it here: www.ncl.ac.uk/press/articl...

Booked your ticket yet? @hopkinspress.bsky.social author, Simon Pooley, will be talking about his new book DISCOVERING THE OKAPI on 2 December 2025! @zslofficial.bsky.social @zslscience.bsky.social You can book for this free event here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/book-launc...