The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today hosts its Annual Capitol Hill Advocacy Day and Reception. Leaders from the zoo and aquarium profession will educate Members of Congress about the importance of AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums to their communities.

5/9/2012 6:29:35 AM

More than 100 of the top zoos and aquariums across North America are throwing the 6th Annual Party for the Planet™ – the largest combined Earth Day celebration in North America.

4/16/2012 6:31:52 AM

Take advantage of Daylight Savings Time and “Spring Forward” for Amphibians at an AZA-accredited zoo or aquarium near you.

3/9/2012 6:31:45 AM

With Leap Year adding an extra day to your calendar, take a giant leap for amphibians by joining FrogWatch USA, the flagship citizen science program of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. FrogWatch USA allows individuals and families to learn about the wetlands in their communities and help conserve amphibians by reporting the calls of local frogs and toads.

2/28/2012 8:39:41 AM

The International Elephant Foundation (IEF) and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today announced support for 19 elephant conservation projects for 2012.

2/10/2012 6:11:16 AM

The American Association of Museums (AAM) and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) have signed an agreement to expedite AAM Accreditation for AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums.

10/19/2011 12:11:51 PM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) issued the following statement regarding the animal escapes at a private facility in Zanesville, Ohio.

10/19/2011 9:55:52 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and Green Halloween® have partnered to provide communities with healthy, animal-friendly and eco-friendly Halloween events at 49 participating zoo and aquarium locations.

10/5/2011 8:09:47 AM

ASHEBORO, N.C.—The North Carolina Zoo, working with the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, the World Association of Zoos & Aquariums, and several other international animal welfare organizations, is leading an effort provide funds.

9/7/2011 1:22:44 PM

New Association of Zoos and Aquarium (AZA) Policy to Maximize Occupational Safety of Elephant Care Professionals2011 08 22AZASteve Feldmansfeldman@aza.orgSilver Spring, MD (August 22, 2011) – The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has adopted a series of measures to advance

9/2/2011 7:46:18 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today announced its support for the White House Fatherhood Initiative, with an invitation for dads and their kids to visit the aquarium or zoo near them this Father’s Day.

6/15/2011 2:21:40 PM

Zoos and aquariums around the country generate significant economic benefits locally, regionally and nationally, according to a new analysis conducted by nationally recognized economist, Dr. Stephen Fuller.

7/22/2011 1:45:38 PM

Today, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums presented its first annual “Standing Tall for Zoos and Aquariums” Award to Representative Daniel Lipinski (IL-3).

5/31/2011 11:50:41 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today announced the recipient of its first annual “Standing Tall for Zoos and Aquariums” Award: Congressman Spencer Bachus (AL-6).

5/31/2011 11:47:22 AM

The Save Vanishing Species postage stamp was unveiled on May 11, 2011 at the Annual Association of Zoos and Aquariums Reception. This stamp is the first semipostal stamp issued by the United States Postal Service since 2003, the fourth in United States history. Scheduled for issuance in September 2011, the Save Vanishing Species stamp will provide an exciting way for the public to contribute to a variety of funds designed to support the conservation of vanishing wildlife species.

5/31/2011 11:52:53 AM

Hard Rock will launch a series of city-specific, endangered species pins with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Association of Zoos and Aquariums

7/22/2011 12:25:21 PM

One year later, America’s leading zoos and aquariums are continuing rehabilitation and research efforts to help wildlife impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

4/18/2011 11:39:03 AM

With spring just weeks away, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today announced the launch of its new, online training programs for future chapter coordinators and volunteers of FrogWatch USA, the flagship citizen science program of AZA.

1/19/2011 8:20:16 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Ape Taxon Advisory Group (TAG) today announced a critical new campaign to sustain a future for one of the planet’s most imperiled group of animals— apes.

7/22/2011 6:56:11 AM

This year, go wild and do your holiday shopping at the Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited zoo or aquarium near you. Gift shops are always stocked with fun toys, beautiful ornaments and unique environmentally-friendly products you won’t find anywhere else.

11/22/2010 10:17:07 AM

AZA today announced a partnership with howtosmile.org, an online collection of thousands of hands-on interactive science and math activities dedicated to making learning exciting and engaging for everyone.

11/17/2010 7:18:29 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums Conservation Endowment Fund (CEF) has granted $160,000 to 8 wildlife conservation initiatives.

10/12/2010 10:09:35 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and Green Halloween® have partnered to provide communities with healthy, animal-friendly and EEK-O-friendly Halloween events for the whole family.

10/5/2011 8:10:25 AM

AZA has awarded its Wendy Fisher Award for Professional Excellence to Chuck Davis, FAIA, a founding partner and currently senior principal at Esherick Homsey Dodge and Davis (EHDD) Architecture, for his outstanding contributions to integrative aquarium and zoo design.

9/28/2010 1:52:23 PM

The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) has awarded its highest award for professional excellence, the R. Marlin Perkins Award, to Karen Sausman, President Emeritus of The Living Desert for her outstanding contributions to the zoo and aquarium profession.

9/21/2010 8:07:46 AM

This is a growing list of AZA institutions that have sent or promised staff and or resources to help with the ongoing oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Last update June 16, 2010. CALIFORNIA Aquarium of the

4/18/2011 9:43:55 AM

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7/19/2010 11:41:47 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is holding a briefing that will feature national and Gulf region experts who will provide up-to-date information from the front lines of the wildlife rescue and rehabilitation effort.

6/3/2010 1:38:37 PM

America’s leading zoos and aquariums are mobilizing to help save wildlife impacted by the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.

1/4/2011 12:07:45 PM

AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums are mobilizing to help save wildlife impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

7/26/2010 1:08:53 PM

More than 100 of the top zoos and aquariums across North America are throwing a Party for the Planet™, making it the largest combined Earth Day celebration in North America!

3/29/2011 8:11:17 AM

This spring, young people can celebrate our nation's wildlife and wild places by entering in the Endangered Species Day Art Contest.

3/16/2010 10:35:05 AM

As clocks ‘spring forward’ on March 13, 2010, take the opportunity to learn more about the amphibians in your own community through FrogWatch USA, the flagship citizen science program of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

3/12/2012 8:35:56 AM

The International Elephant Foundation (IEF) and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today announced their support for 18 elephant conservation projects for 2011.

7/22/2011 6:23:20 AM

There are no reported cases of Influenza A:H1N1 (2009-H1N1) transmission from animals to humans. Animal collections at zoological institutions, therefore, do not present a concern for public health. The purpose of this advisory is to ensure adequate protections for animal collections.

12/8/2009 2:03:17 PM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums announced that the AZA Conservation Endowment Fund has awarded $170,000 to nine wildlife conservation initiatives.

12/1/2009 8:45:07 AM

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11/25/2009 6:59:43 AM

The Association of Zoos & Aquariums and Polar Bears International signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work together to educate zoo and aquarium visitors on the impacts of climate change on polar bears and their habitat.

5/6/2010 12:33:38 PM

NOAA Announces $9 Million in Grants to AZA-accredited Aquariums The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) today announced 11 grants totaling more than $9 million that will create new education projects in aquariums across the nation.

3/10/2010 7:34:16 AM

Kevin J. Bell, President and CEO of Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo was sworn-in today as Chair of the Board of Directors for the country's most prestigious zoological community - the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

9/21/2009 9:30:54 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the Oregon Zoo kick off the 85th annual AZA Conference next week at the Oregon Convention Center. The conference runs Sept. 14-17.

9/11/2009 8:40:52 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) today welcomed the traveling GEICO Gecko exhibit to the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.

9/11/2009 8:42:00 AM

Animal Planet has established “ZOOTUBE” kiosks at AZA-accredited zoos. Kiosks feature behind-the-scenes footage, fun conservation facts and Animal Planet exclusives.

9/11/2009 8:43:56 AM

At a briefing held on Capitol Hill on June 22nd, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (Service)Wildlife Without Borders program and partner conservation organizations debuted a video showing how the Service is working with partners in the Latin American and Caribbean region to create a new generation of conservation professionals.

9/11/2009 8:46:45 AM

Today, the GEICO Gecko costumed character visited the Philadelphia Zoo’s Rare Animal Conservation Center to join Philadelphia Zoo President & CEO, Vikram H. Dewan, Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) President & CEO, Jim Maddy, and representatives from GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) as they cut the ribbon to officially open the traveling GEICO Gecko Exhibit at America’s first zoo who will host the GEICO Gecko Exhibit now through August 30.

6/19/2009 10:32:33 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today called for shovel-ready zoo and aquarium infrastructure projects to be eligible for Federal stimulus funding.

6/15/2009 5:35:08 PM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today announced the results of its March accreditation hearings. Twenty zoos and aquariums across North America were granted AZA accreditation by its independent Accreditation Commission.

6/15/2009 5:26:32 PM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) have announced a strategic partnership to promote zoo and aquarium wildlife conservation. The announcement took place at AZA's 83rd Annual Convention in Philadelphia.

6/15/2009 5:02:04 PM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) today welcomed the traveling GEICO Gecko exhibit to the world’s largest aquarium, the Georgia Aquarium.

8/14/2009 6:38:56 AM

AZA-accredited zoos play an important role in furthering elephant conservation on a worldwide basis. By visiting elephants in accredited zoos, people help make possible the field conservation, research, habitat restoration, reduction of human-elephant conflicts and community-based initiatives necessary to protect wild populations.

7/22/2011 12:21:57 PM

Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) accredited aquariums and zoos are leaders in ocean conservation education and science, and invite the public to dive in to ocean conservation on June 8 – World Oceans Day.

7/22/2011 1:43:36 PM

Respecting the environment and enhancing conservation is of extreme importance, and AZA and Valvoline are partnering to do just that. Launched on May 1, and while supplies last at participating locations, when a customer purchases services performed with Valvoline Professional Series solvent-free products, they'll receive a certificate for a buy-one-get-one-free admission to a participating AZA-accredited zoo or aquarium in their community.

6/19/2009 7:08:34 AM

Exotic creatures like chimpanzees, pythons, kinkajous and scarlet macaws have captured the hearts of animal-lovers looking for companions; but keeping exotic animals as pets can come with hidden costs – both for people and animals.

7/22/2011 6:18:11 AM

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is an independent accrediting organization with mandatory standards that protect the health of the visiting public and the animals in accredited zoos and aquariums. This includes the current situation involving H1N1 influenza.

6/16/2009 4:49:36 PM