Research
Perth Zoo is committed to playing its part in wildlife conservation research. The following pages describe some of the work the Zoo is doing in the field of scientific research to aid wildlife conservation...
Research at Perth Zoo
Learn more about the role that Perth Zoo is playing as a conservation, research and education agency.
Reproductive Biology Unit
The Reproductive Biology Unit is dedicated to research and development in the field of reproductive biology of threatened species. The unit is charged with furthering conservation research and increasing understanding of the natural world.
Native Species Breeding Program
Perth Zoo's Native Species Breeding Program (NSBP) is the central focus for many of the captive breeding and research projects concerned with the conservation of Western Australian fauna.
Research Collaborations
Since 2001, Perth Zoo has been offering opportunities for and actively encouraging research projects to be conducted on its premises. These include undergraduate, post-graduate and post-doctoral research projects.
Research Opportunities
Are you interested in taking part in research at Perth Zoo? Visit this page for more information.
Potential Projects
Potential Perth Zoo University Research Projects 2008.
Topic
Description
Suggested Project Type
Health & Disease Program
Treatment of chytrid
This project would be undertaken off-site due to biosecurity issues of working with chytrid fungus in the same location as frog breeding and research. The project would involve investigating different treatments for Chytrid...
Related Contacts
Contact the Director of Animal Health Services and Research for more information.