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Edinburgh Science Festival: Conservation and Cans

Join leading experts for a drink and hear about Edinburgh Zoo's mission to save wildlife and their latest conservation work around the globe!

Edinburgh Science Festival: Conservation and Cans

About Edinburgh Science Festival: Conservation and Cans

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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