Become an RZSS member
RZSS research encompasses an extensive variety of topics, studying animals and their environments in both captivity and in the wild. Find out more about our research work via the links below, as well as opportunities to work with RZSS on your own research topics.
Conservation Projects
RZSS Goes Wild!
Where we work
Explore our project map
Science & research
Meet the team
Discovery and Learning
ZOOdle
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Beyond the panda Learning activities aimed at providing relevant, challenging and enjoyable learning experiences for children and young people from early years onwards.
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Discovery and Learning Packages Mix and match virtual sessions with a self-led visit to create the perfect blend of learning for your class
Individual Giving
Will you save the Highland Tiger?
RZSS Research
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At RZSS WildGenes we conduct cutting-edge conservation genetic and genomic research on a large range of threatened taxa. Our laboratory facilities are based at Edinburgh Zoo and our projects centre on in-situ monitoring, ex-situ management, reintroduction management and control of the illegal wildlife trade.
WildGenes
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This section of the website provides information about how the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) can facilitate projects and collaborate with researchers who wish to conduct research concerning the living collections, or data and samples associated with them, at Edinburgh Zoo or the Highland Wildlife Park.
Your research
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Discover how the RZSS veterinary team take an active role in specialist research and conservation projects.
Conservation and research medicine
RZSS Conservation & Research Projects
Whats next
THE ROYAL ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF SCOTLAND
Sign into our Members Portal hereLatest News
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Blog
19/04/2024
An update from the Budongo Forest
The Budongo Conservation Field Station (BCFS) in Uganda is one of our wildlife conservation charity’s longest partnerships.
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Blog
29/03/2024
Bug’s the word
For many people the sight, or perhaps even just the thought, of bugs can be enough to make you feel a little uneasy. Invertebrates are an important part of our ecosystems but helping everyone feel the love for them can be a bit tricky.