AZA member organizations are working together and alongside their partners to help save animals from extinction. Learn more about our SAFE Species below. If your organization is interested in getting involved in one or more programs, please contact the program leader listed or reach out to AZA at SAFE@aza.org.

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North American Songbird

Least Concern to Critically Endangered (IUCN); Not listed to Endangered (US Endangered Species Act)

The SAFE North American songbird's program goal is to reduce the threats to North American songbirds and secure sustainable wild populations of these species throughout their ranges by harnessing the collective strengths of zoos, aquariums, and partners through supporting education and on-the-ground conservation activities on AZA facilities, in the community, and at state, national and provincial levels.

North American Monarch

The SAFE North American monarch's program goal is to take action for monarch conservation inspire increased action throughout their communities through public education and engagement, and promote reduction of the threats to monarch butterflies with specific conservation outcomes.

Pollinator Conservation

Over 75% of our flowering plants and nearly 75% of our crops rely on pollinators – hummingbirds, bats, bees, beetles, butterflies, and flies. Their role in crops means pollinators also play a large role in our economy, providing more than $15 billion worth of agricultural services annually. Unfortunately, many pollinators, particularly bees, are experiencing dramatic population declines both in the U.S. and around the world.