Today, mass destruction of the natural environment and mans’ influence on the planetary ecosystem are resulting in the extinction of 40 species every day!

Planète Sauvage is a sanctuary for over 2,000 animals. With 250 births every year, the park is one of the largest wildlife reproduction centres in Europe.

Its objective is to contribute to the preservation of this natural beauty by implementing breeding programs, conservation projects and scientific research.

European Breeding Programs (EEP)

Planète Sauvage participates in European Breeding Programs (EEP). Overseen by the EAZA (European Association for Zoos and Aquariums), these programs aim to ensure that endangered species continue to reproduce by organising animal exchanges between different centres. Planète Sauvage is an important contributor to breeding programs for the Scimitar Oryx, the giraffe, the African elephant and the white rhino. The ultimate objective is to reintroduce animals threatened with extinction into their natural environment.

Outcomes of EAZA campaigns:

• In 1920 the last European wild bison disappeared. The reintroduction program launched in the 50s has been successful. Today, wild bison can be found in Poland, the Ukraine, Belarus, Russia and Lithuania.
• In 1972 the last wild Scimitar Oryx disappeared. For 7 years now individuals have been being reintroduced in the Sahara and Israel’s Negev desert.

The 250 births each year at Planète Sauvage are an important contribution to the revival of endangered species.