The Loro Parque Company awarded the American Humane Champion of Conservation - La Provincia

Wolfgang Kiessling He has earned this recognition for his leadership in projects for the conservation of endangered species through the Loro Parque Fundación.

Wolfgang Kiessling, founder and president of the Loro Parque Company, He has recently received the Champion of Conservation Award from the American Humane Organization (USA) in recognition of his leadership in projects for the conservation of species.

Dr. Robin Ganzert, President and CEO of American Humane, has assured that "Loro Parque is one of the most respected zoological institutions in the world for its beauty, the excellence of its facilities and its incredible conservation work." In addition, he stressed that the Park houses the largest and most diverse parrot reserve in the world and has saved 10 species from extinction thanks to the efforts of the Loro Parque Fundación in collaboration with other associations.

As for Kiessling, Ganzert has claimed that its impact on global conservation efforts is truly remarkable, especially since parrots remain one of the most threatened species of all bird families. "I can't think of anyone who deserves this award more," he finished.

For his part, the president of Loro Parque wanted to emphasize the role of zoos for the conservation of species: "modern zoos are essential to counteract the dramatic impact of the current environmental crisis. At Loro Parque, our goal is to create sympathy, love and respect for wild animals and their ecosystems. " And he was grateful for the recognition: "I am proud to lead the global conservation efforts for the incredible animals on Earth, and I am grateful to receive this award from the hand of American Humane."

A track record of success

Loro Parque has a large number of recognitions worldwide, which reward its commitment to excellence and its absolute concern for animal welfare. In its more than 47 years of history and after having received almost 50 million visitors at its facilities, the Park has the Plaque and the Gold Medal for Tourism Merit awarded by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and tourism from Spain; the Canary Islands Government Gold Medal; that of the city of Puerto de la Cruz and that of the Cabildo Insular de Tenerife, among other awards.

Loro Parque is also the only company in the Canary Islands that has been recognized with the Prince Felipe Award for Business Excellence, as well as the only zoo in Europe that has the American Humane Animal Welfare Certification "American Certified" .

Along the same lines, the Park has been recognized this year as the best zoo in the world by the journalist journal Digital, which has awarded it with the Travelers Awards 2020 at a ceremony held in Madrid in January.