Our Founders

Encar García

After obtaining a degree in Biology from the University of Barcelona, Encar spent 15 years working with primates and mammals in various habitats, including 8 years at the renowned Barcelona Zoo, where she cared for many animals including Snowflake, the unique albino gorilla who called the zoo home for 37 years.

Sandro Alviani (1948 - ∞)

A trained biologist, Sandro dedicated his life to caring for animals, with a special interest in reptiles and amphibians. He was the founder of Atrox Group, an organization that cares for snakes and other reptiles, with touring exhibitions that showcase the animals and bring public awareness to their needs, and their important place in the world.

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