ZAA is a non-profit, membership-based accrediting organization dedicated to responsible wildlife management, conservation, and education. ZAA upholds the highest level of professional standards in animal welfare, safety, and ethics.
(Mid-Year Conference)
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The Zoological Association of America (ZAA) stands as one of the nation's largest nonprofit zoological and wildlife organizations. Over 70 accredited facilities have met ZAA's rigorous animal care, welfare, and enrichment accreditation standards. With more than 950 members, ZAA offers visitors educational, conservation and entertaining experiences. ZAA members care for between 10 to 8,000 animals on properties ranging from 2 to 1,800 acres. ZAA is a genuinely unique, inclusive membership organization comprised of public and private facilities, including wildlife educators, rescues and rehabs, wildlife preserves, aquariums, as well as small and large community zoological and conservation organizations.
950+ Members
70 + Accredited Facilities
15+ million individuals reached through ZAA member organizations each year
8+ million students in education programs each year
$4+ million contributed yearly to conservation efforts worldwide by ZAA and its members
$150+ million combined annual budgets of ZAA organizations which play a significant role in advancing regional economies and encouraging tourism
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2024 Annual Conference
December 06, 2024•2 min read
The Zoological Association of America (ZAA) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 awards, recognizing four outstanding achievements across education, exhibit design, and conservation. ...more
ZAA News
November 14, 2024•3 min read
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