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flag San Diego Zoo launches global biobank pilot sites to preserve endangered species by 2075.

flag San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance has advanced its global biobanking initiative, marking the 50th anniversary of its Frozen Zoo®, by launching pilot sites in Kenya, Vietnam, Hawai'i, and Peru. flag The effort, announced at the IUCN World Conservation Congress, aims to biobank every endangered species by 2075 through partnerships that build local capacity, provide training, and support infrastructure. flag Projects include planning a biobank headquarters in Kenya, expanding cell banking in Vietnam, enhancing cryogenic storage in Hawai'i, and developing biobanking infrastructure in Peru. flag The alliance emphasizes international cooperation and equitable access to conservation tools.

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