12. Saving the Monarch butterfly
12. Saving the Monarch butterfly
POOLING OUR RESOURCES FOR A GREATER CONSERVATION IMPACT
The SAFE (Saving Animals From Extinction) program, part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), builds on the collective experience of accredited zoological institutions in saving endangered species. SAFE is a collaborative programme between AZA members and their partners in the field. There are currently 33 SAFE species within the AZA (2023). The Zoo de Granby is a partner in programs targeting the monarch butterfly.