Here at Paignton Zoo, we have a very important mission.

We act to protect at-risk animals and plants from the impacts of biodiversity loss in order to
Help Halt Species Decline
We focus on helping humans understand how to live in harmony with nature

We believe that…
Every species is important
Everything is connected
Every action matters
We will bring these three beliefs to life through our START programme:

Safe havens
Providing safe havens for threatened species

Together
Working together through community and project partnerships

Action
Taking action to protect sustainable habitats

Research
Conducting research to advance animal welfare and conservation science

Telling people
Telling people why this work is vital