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image captionChester Zoo has deferred support for the conservation of endangered giraffes in Uganda
A zoo s vital conservation work in Africa and Asia has been halted because of Covid-19 s impact on its finances.
Chester Zoo said since March 2020, coronavirus restrictions had led to a £10m loss, which meant many projects had been put on hold .
A spokesman said projects supporting Nigeria s chimpanzees, Javan warty pigs and Uganda s rhinos had been affected.
The government said support was available through the Zoo Animals Fund and other schemes.
A Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) spokesman added that the £100m emergency fund was there to ensure that those facing severe financial difficulties can continue to provide the best possible care for their animals .
The deadline for applications for the £100m Zoo Animals Fund, which opened for applications on 3 August 2020, has been extended until 28 May 2021.
The fund provides funding for zoos and aquariums which need additional support in caring for their animals following a drop in income caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Zoos and aquariums which are facing severe financial difficulties as a result of the pandemic can apply for government grants of up to £730,000 to pay for animal welfare related costs and essential maintenance.
Animal Welfare Minister Lord Goldsmith said:
I recognise that this has been an extremely tough time for the sector, and I would like to extend my thanks to all of those who have worked so hard in recent months to maintain animal welfare. We remain committed to ensuring the sector can deliver the best possible care for its animals.