Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 6 hours ago
Caring for an insurance population of endemic skinks, breeding and releasing giant wētā to offshore islands, and spreading awareness for New Zealand species – the Zoo’s conservation work is vital and varied.
In our latest episode reflecting on the Zoo’s centenary year, our head of animal care and conservation Richard Gibson discusses his background as a herpetologist (‘reptile man’), the role of our beautiful and immersive New Zealand track Te Wao Nui, and how Auckland Zoo’s conservation efforts have evolved both locally and globally.
You can watch previous episodes in our centenary series on our 'Auckland Zoo - Celebrating 100 Years' playlist.
Caring for an insurance population of endemic skinks, breeding and releasing giant wētā to offshore islands, and spreading awareness for New Zealand species – the Zoo’s conservation work is vital and varied.
In our latest episode reflecting on the Zoo’s centenary year, our head of animal care and conservation Richard Gibson discusses his background as a herpetologist (‘reptile man’), the role of our beautiful and immersive New Zealand track Te Wao Nui, and how Auckland Zoo’s conservation efforts have evolved both locally and globally.
You can watch previous episodes in our centenary series on our 'Auckland Zoo - Celebrating 100 Years' playlist.
