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Nature Conservation
Protecting Wildlife, Habitats, and the Future
Conservation sits at the heart of everything we do.
At Paignton Zoo, protecting wildlife means more than caring for animals within our grounds. It means safeguarding threatened species, restoring fragile habitats, supporting scientific research, and inspiring future generations to value the natural world.
Our conservation work operates on two levels: global species protection and local habitat stewardship.
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Global Conservation Action
Through international conservation breeding programmes, Paignton Zoo works with global partners to protect threatened species and maintain healthy populations for future generations. Every visit helps support this work.
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Local Wildlife Stewardship
Closer to home, our wildlife reserves at Primley and Clennon Gorge protect rare native habitats, including Atlantic temperate rainforest and a nationally significant karst cave system. These landscapes demonstrate that conservation begins locally.
Together, these initiatives reflect our long-term commitment to nature conservation in Devon and beyond.
Does visiting the zoo support nature conservation?
Yes. Every ticket contributes to conservation initiatives that protect endangered species and vital ecosystems.
What are Paignton Zoo’s wildlife reserves?
Primley Wildlife Reserve and Clennon Gorge Wildlife Reserve are protected landscapes managed for biodiversity and ecological resilience.
Can I visit the wildlife reserves?
Primley Wildlife Reserve is free and open year-round. Clennon Gorge can be explored via the zoo’s Nature Trail, with sensitive areas protected.
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