11th April 2025 | |
6pm | |
Edinburgh Zoo 134 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh West EH12 6TS |
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£15 | |
Event organiser/part of Edinburgh Science Festival | |
Visit the event website here | |
With drinks provided by Pilot beer, this is the perfect opportunity for conservation enthusiasts or those simply looking to learn more, can in hand! On the evening, you will hear about our mission to save wildlife and empower people in Scotland and around the world to protect, value and love nature.
From invertebrates to flapper skates and giant anteaters, we’ll be showcasing a selection of species we’re conserving, what makes them both wonderful and important to save and all the people working to help them.
This adult only event will be led by one of the RZSS Conservation team with time for a Q&A at the end and will take place in the Budongo Lecture theatre at Edinburgh Zoo with access via members gate from 6pm. Non-alcoholic refreshments also provided.
For further information, please contact events@rzss.org.uk
Presented by the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland in partnership with Pilot Beer
Age 18+
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