Together, we are planning a future for wildlife

The future of wildlife may seem uncertain, but there is hope. CPSG's proven approach to Species Conservation Planning has been turning this challenge into success stories for over 40 years. Our collaborative, scientifically grounded planning gives species a second chance. Together, we can reach the Global Biodiversity Framework's ambitious 2030 targets and change the path of threatened species.

A collaborative meeting to advance species conservation

We look forward to welcoming you to the CPSG 2026 Annual Conference in Cologne, Germany, this October, hosted by Cologne Zoo.
CPSG conferences are dynamic, four-day collaborative meetings for those interested in conserving threatened species.

Our Work

Conservation Planning

Our workshops help you plan for species across a broad range of conservation issues, using a proven scientific approach and tools.

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Capacity Building

Build your conservation planning skills with our expert-led training and mentoring.

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Science Based Tools

Equip yourself with the right tools to develop effective strategies for averting species extinction.

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Our Impact

800+

WORKSHOPS

400+

PUBLICATIONS

110+

COUNTRIES

2000+

SPECIES

Success Stories

Assateague Horses and native plant species

Equus caballus

A population target of 80 to 100 horses was identified in the workshop and managers are maintaining populations within these numbers, which has allowed native plant species to rebound.

It is a bit of a mystery how free-roaming horses came to live on Assateague Island, since they don’t naturally belong there.

Local legend says that the horses survived a harrowing shipwreck in the ...