Plains Skunk Sweet Rosé Wine
The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium conducts field research to assess the population and distribution of the declining Plains spotted skunk in Missouri’s Ozark region. By studying their habitat, health, and potential threats, this project provides crucial data to guide conservation efforts and protect the species for the future. Understanding the factors behind their decline is key for effective strategies for their recovery.
Manta Ray Cabernet Sauvignon
Florida is home to a rare manta ray nursery habitat and a large seasonal aggregation of adults. The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium partners with the Florida Manta Project to research manta ray distribution and ecology to help fill knowledge gaps and provide crucial data for conservation efforts. Additionally, the project engages school children in manta ray conservation and educates anglers on the risks of entanglement from fishing gear.
Humboldt Penguin Blanc De Blanc
The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium collaborates with global partners to protect Humboldt penguins in Peru’s Punta San Juan Marine Reserve. By supporting research, population surveys, sustainable guano harvesting, and habitat protection, we help safeguard this endangered species. Climate change, overfishing, and pollution threaten their fragile ecosystem, making conservation efforts more critical than ever.
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