Today at Bern Animal Park, Switzerland’s scientifically managed zoos demonstrated how they contribute to the conservation of biodiversity: through internationally coordinated breeding programs, research, education, and concrete projects to protect biodiversity. At the heart of this effort is the so-called “One Plan Approach” -- an approach that takes a holistic view of the protection of animals in the wild and in human care.

On September 16, the 15-year-old female moose at Langenberg Wildlife Park was euthanized. Her health had been steadily declining in recent years. After careful consideration, the wildlife park therefore decided to euthanize the animal. The female moose was subsequently fed to the park’s predators.