WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Tanganyika Wildlife Park founder, Jim Fouts, was given the Zoological Association of America lifetime achievement award on Thursday.
The award recognizes Fouts’ passion for advancing conservation efforts for rare and endangered species around the world.
In 1984, Fouts founded Tanganyika Wildlife Company with only 5 acres of land. Now, the park is home to more than 100 species and 47 successful breeding programs.
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The park remains open for the 2025 season through Nov. 16. To learn more about Tanganyika, visit its website…