Location
The zoo is located at Vienības iela 27, Daugavpils, Latvia, just three blocks from the city center.
Coordinates: N 55.873841°, E 26.509798°
Opening Hours
Closed
Closed
10:00–18:00
10:00–18:00
10:00–18:00
10:00–18:00
10:00–18:00
International Collaboration & Projects
Conservation Work
Our Conservation Approach:
- Research - Study of protected species populations and threat factors
- Legislation - Development of legal framework
- Planning - Development of management plans and recommendations
- Field Work - Habitat improvement in-situ
- Breeding - Ex-situ breeding of rare species
- Monitoring - Regular monitoring and evaluation
- Education - Public awareness and engagement
European Recognition
European Commission LIFE Program
Contribution to fire-bellied toad population restoration recognized as a good practice example.
View PublicationEU Zoos Directive Good Practices Document
Our work is recommended as an example of successful implementation of the European Union Zoos Directive.
View DocumentEAZA Best Practice Guidelines
Our developed European pond turtle technologies are included in the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria Best Practice Guidelines.
EAZA WebsiteCurrent Projects
UrbUmbrella
Urban wetland biodiversity preservation under climate change conditions.
Project No.: LL-00232
Partners: Latvia, Lithuania
Main Objectives:
- Optimize Umbrella Key Species habitats
- Release 10 European pond turtles into the wild
- Establish Anti-Invasion Center
Biodiversity IT Guide
Mobile application and QR code stands development for visitors.
Project No.: 1-08/74/2023
Partner: Nature Conservation Agency
EMYS-R
Socio-ecological evaluation of European pond turtle reintroduction programs.
Partners: France, Germany, Poland, Latvia
Website: emysr.cnrs.fr
PERIAMAR
Pesticide Risk Assessment for Amphibians and Reptiles.
COST Action: CA18221
Role: Management Committee Member
Enter the Jungle!
Explore and enjoy our zoo animals!