According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), more than 21% of mammals, 12% of birds, 28% of reptiles and 30% of amphibians are ‘threatened’ by extinction.  The sheer number of endangered species and the challenges related to recovery mandate the need for more collaborative approaches.

The Conservation Centers for Species Survival (C2S2) cooperatively applies its unique resources for the survival of threatened species with special needs – large areas, natural group sizes, minimal public disturbance and scientific research.