Ben Nevitt, DVM, director of veterinary services at the San Diego Zoo, examines how San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s medical procedures have advanced over the decades and expanded to emphasize preventative medicine and advanced diagnostics.

Conservation is dynamic and deeply collaborative. It takes many hands, minds, and disciplines working together to solve some of nature’s most pressing challenges.
 

Checking In on Yun Chuan and Xin Bao

Ensuring the Well-being of Black-and-White Bears

Working with wildlife as a registered veterinary technician is a one-of-a-kind job.

Overnight wildlife care at the Safari Park

Veterinary Teams Played a Crucial Role in the Procedure, Showcasing Their Dedication to Wildlife Conservation and Animal Well-Being

Celebrate a porcupine's journey of resilience and motherhood.

The trailblazing "Zoo Lady" worked alongside San Diego Zoo founder Dr. Harry Wegeforth, and her innovative ideas and dedication to wildlife care continue to inspire us today.

Giant pandas are different from other bears—and so are their health challenges.