Fundación Temaikèn

What Fundación Temaikèn does

Fundación Temaikèn is an Argentine non-profit conservation foundation founded in March 2000 and headquartered in Escobar, Buenos Aires Province, with operational sites in Misiones and Chubut. The organization pursues wildlife conservation, native species recovery, and environmental education through an integrated portfolio of facilities: the Bioparque Temaikèn (a destination attraction housing more than 5,500 animals, mostly native species, with an aquarium); the Centro de Recuperación de Especies Temaikèn (CRET), an 18-hectare rescue and rehabilitation center for endangered species and victims of illegal trafficking; the Reserva Natural Osununú, a 1,498-hectare private natural reserve in southern Misiones; the Estación de Cría de Huemul Shoonem in Chubut for huemul deer breeding; and the Centro de Supervivencia de Especies Argentina, operating as the local seat for the IUCN Species Survival Commission.

The foundation's core technology is biological and operational rather than digital: it spans species rescue, veterinary care (more than 1,500 animals attended per year at the on-site hospital), captive breeding, ecological restoration, and conservation research (more than 100 scientific articles produced). It is the only AZA-accredited institution in Argentina and holds memberships in WAZA, ALPZA, and the Wildlife Trafficking Alliance, supporting programs for the aguarà guazù, Andean condor, marsh deer, yellow cardinal, and red macaw.

The business model is a hybrid non-profit structure combining transactional revenue from Bioparque ticket sales (sold exclusively online with limited availability) with recurring individual and corporate donations, educational program fees, and corporate volunteering partnerships. Primary customer segments are the general public and families visiting the bioparque, educational institutions bringing more than 100,000 students per year, corporate partners engaged in ESG programs, and individual donors. The foundation has connected more than 14 million people with nature since opening, including more than 10 million bioparque visitors and more than 2 million guided student visits. Leadership is provided by Director General Sergio Guerra, appointed in January 2025.

Name

Fundación Temaikèn

Legal name

Fundación Temaikèn

Website

https://www.fundaciontemaiken.org.ar

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Fundación Temaikèn is an Argentine non-profit foundation, founded in 2000, that operates a bioparque, wildlife rescue center, and natural reserves to conserve native species and deliver environmental education to the public, schools, and corporate partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wildlife Conservation & Environmental Education

NAICS

Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations (813312), Zoos and Botanical Gardens (712130), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Wildlife Conservation & Species Protection (BPAGAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wildlife Rescue, Rehabilitation & Release (BPAGAIAC), Wildlife Sanctuaries, Conservation Parks & Reserves (Visitor Operations) (THAAAAAG)

Keywords

• Wildlife conservation
• Species rehabilitation
• Environmental education
• Biopark operations
• Protected natural reserves

Headquarters

HQ city

Escobar

HQ country

Argentina

HQ region

Latin America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Bioparque Ticket Sales: Online ticket sales for visits to Bioparque Temaikèn, the primary revenue-generating activity that supports conservation operations.
2. Donations and Contributions: Individual donations, corporate partnerships, and volunteer contributions supporting conservation, education, and species recovery programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Fundación Temaikèn is a non-profit wildlife conservation foundation that operates a network of physical facilities and programs in Argentina, including a biopark (Bioparque Temaikèn), an animal rescue and rehabilitation center (CRET), a 1,498-hectare natural reserve (Osununú), a species survival coordination center, and a huemul breeding station. It sells bioparque admission tickets to individual visitors and families, delivers environmental education programs to schools, runs species recovery and ecosystem restoration initiatives, and solicits donations and volunteer support to fund its conservation mission.

Product overview

Fundación Temaikèn operates as a conservation foundation with a multi-site portfolio of interconnected products and programs. The core offering includes Bioparque Temaikèn (a biopark in Escobar with 5,500+ animals), the Centro de Recuperación de Especies (CRET) rescue and rehabilitation center (18 hectares), Reserva Natural Osununú (private reserve in Misiones), and the Centro de Supervivencia de Especies Argentina. These are supported by educational programs (educational visits, training courses, community programs), conservation initiatives (species recovery, ecosystem protection, campaigns), and engagement opportunities (donations, volunteering, corporate programs). Recent additions include the 'Planeta Vida' immersive experience and 'Territorio Aguará' wildlife space. The foundation also maintains an inclusive access program (Ambiente Inclusivo) with sensory accessibility features.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bioparque Temaikèn: A unique space recreating natural environments and protecting threatened species, prioritizing native species, located in Escobar, Buenos Aires Province
• Centro de Recuperación de Especies Temaikèn (CRET)
• Centro de Supervivencia de Especies Argentina

Products and services

• Bioparque Temaikèn A biopark in Escobar, Buenos Aires, featuring recreated natural environments and protected threatened species, prioritizing native Argentine fauna. Houses over 5,500 animals and includes one of the most important aquariums in the region. Sold via online ticket sales with limited availability.
• Centro de Recuperación de Especies Temaikèn (CRET) An 18-hectare rescue and rehabilitation center working on the recovery of endangered species and animals affected by environmental issues and/or illegal trafficking. Has received more than 16,000 wild animals and reinserted more than 5,000 into their natural habitats over 25 years.
• Reserva Natural Osununú A private natural reserve of 1,498 hectares in southern Misiones, Argentina, protecting unique species with national historical references and ensuring an intact area of native jungle in one of the world's most biodiverse zones.
• Centro de Supervivencia de Especies Argentina A center that connects key actors to strengthen local and regional capacity and promote evaluation, planning, and implementation of conservation actions in Latin America. Operates as the local seat for the IUCN Species Survival Commission's Centre for Species Survival.
• Programa de Educación en Bioparque Educational visits to the bioparque for students, including guided tours, workshops, and experiential learning about conservation and native wildlife. Serves more than 100,000 students per year and grants more than 17,000 educational scholarships annually.
• Programa de Conservación de Especies Species recovery programs focused on rescuing, rehabilitating, and reintroducing endangered native wildlife including yellow cardinal (cardinal amarillo), aguarà guazù (maned wolf), ciervo de los pantanos (marsh deer), Andean condor, and red macaw.
• Programa de Conservación de Ecosistemas Ecosystem protection initiatives including biological corridor consolidation and environmental restoration in Patagonia, Misiones, and Buenos Aires provinces.
• Planeta Vida An immersive and fantastical adventure experience presented by Temaikèn Bioparque, featuring interactive nature experiences for visitors.
• Territorio Aguarà A new bioparque space recreating typical Argentine countryside areas with wetlands and grasslands, featuring the aguarà guazù (maned wolf), the largest canid in South America.
• Programa de Donaciones Donation programs allowing individuals to support conservation efforts, including monthly contributions and one-time donations. Accepted through the foundation's own website and donaronline.org. Includes reciprocal benefits such as bioparque access for donors supporting specific species like the ciervo de los pantanos.
• Programa de Voluntariado Volunteer opportunities for individuals concerned about environmental problems who want to contribute to biodiversity conservation.
• Programa de Voluntariado Corporativo Corporate engagement programs allowing companies to participate in and support conservation initiatives through corporate social responsibility programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 16,000 wild animals received by rescue center in 25 years.
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• WAZA (World Association of Zoos and Aquariums)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025Fundación Temaikèn is a member of WAZA and was selected to serve on the WAZA Members Council. The foundation hosted the 75th WAZA Annual Conference in Buenos Aires in 2020, welcoming 200 world leaders in conservation institutions.
• AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025Fundación Temaikèn is the only AZA-accredited institution in Argentina. AZA is a leader in international best practices for animal welfare and conservation, working to protect species under CITES including primates, cetaceans, sea turtles, parrots, corals, cacti, and orchids.
• Fundación Rewilding Argentina (formerly CLT Argentina)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025Partnership for the reintroduction of the red macaw (Guacamayo Rojo) into Iberá National Park. Temaikèn provides breeding and breeding expertise for the species recovery program, while Rewilding Argentina manages the reintroduction site.
• Fundación Bioandina ArgentinacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025Collaboration on the Andean Condor Conservation Program (PCCA), working on breeding and reintroduction of condors to their natural habitat along the Atlantic coast.
• Wildlife Trafficking AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025An international coalition of more than 70 companies, non-profit organizations, and zoological institutions working together to reduce the purchase and sale of wildlife and derivatives worldwide. Temaikèn joined to combat illegal wildlife trafficking.
• Argentine Universities and Research InstitutescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025Collaboration with universities and research institutes for scientific production, contributing to more than 100 scientific articles on conservation topics.
• Government Agencies (National and Provincial)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025Partnerships with national and provincial environmental authorities for wildlife rescue operations, protected area management, and conservation policy implementation.
• ProvitacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2022Alliance to combat illegal bird trafficking through the Yellow Cardinal Alliance, coordinating rescue, rehabilitation, and reinsertion efforts for the endangered yellow cardinal species.
• IUCN Species Survival CommissioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2020Fundación Temaikèn serves as the local seat for the IUCN Species Survival Commission's Centre for Species Survival, connecting key actors to strengthen local and regional conservation capacity.
• PCCA (Andean Condor Conservation Program)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2019Multi-institutional program coordinating the reintroduction of Andean condors along the Atlantic coast. Coordinated by Ecoparque Bs As and Fundación Bioandina, with participation from various national and international organizations.
• Acuario, Fundación Temaikèn (internal)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019The aquarium component of the bioparque, managed internally, houses one of the most important aquariums in the region, including work with cartilaginous fish.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ecoparque de Buenos Aires: City-run zoological park in Buenos Aires that transitioned from a traditional zoo (Jardín Zoológico de Buenos Aires) into an eco-park focused on conservation, education, and native species. Direct Argentine counterpart to Bioparque Temaikèn with overlapping visitor, education, and conservation mandate.
• Loro Parque (Loro Parque Fundación): Spanish zoological park in Tenerife operating a major aquarium and biodiversity conservation programs, paired with the Loro Parque Fundación supporting species recovery worldwide. Highly comparable biopark-plus-conservation-foundation model.

Broad incumbents

• Wildlife Conservation Society (Bronx Zoo): Global conservation organization operating the Bronx Zoo and multiple other facilities, with deep field conservation programs and WAZA membership. Comparable multi-site zoo + conservation NGO model with international species-recovery footprint.
• San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance: AZA-accredited zoological organization combining the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park with a wildlife conservation and science division operating 10+ conservation hubs. Highly comparable integrated zoo + science + conservation structure, though at much larger scale.
• Mandai Wildlife Group (Singapore Zoo, Night Safari): Singapore-based operator of multiple wildlife parks and conservation programs. Comparable multi-site zoological + conservation operating model with strong educational programming and species recovery work.
• Audubon Nature Institute: U.S. nonprofit operating a zoo, aquarium, and insectarium alongside extensive conservation and education programs. Comparable integrated zoo + aquarium + conservation + education operating model.
• Taronga Conservation Society Australia: Australian government-affiliated zoo operator running Taronga Zoo and Western Plains Zoo, with significant in-situ conservation programs. Comparable multi-site zoo + conservation + education model with AZA-equivalent standards.
• Ocean Park Hong Kong: Hong Kong-based zoological theme park with conservation, education, and rescue/rehabilitation programs. Comparable multi-site visitor + conservation operating model, particularly in Asia-Pacific.

Emerging players

• Fundación Rewilding Argentina: Argentine conservation foundation (formerly CLT Argentina) focused on restoring ecosystems and reintroducing native species including the red macaw partnership with Temaikèn. Direct Argentine conservation peer with overlapping species recovery programs.

Others

• Fauna & Flora International (FFI): Global conservation NGO focused on species and habitat protection in Latin America and worldwide. Comparable conservation NGO mission and partnership-based model, though without a major visitor-facing biopark.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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