Zoological Association of America

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.

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About ZAA

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.

WHY ZAA?

950+ Members

75 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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Become a Member

Join 950+ members and stand beside great companies supporting conservation

Accreditation

Join 70+ accredited facilities providing education, conservation, and recreational experiences to their communities

Professional Development

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Webinars

Provision of Browse for Exotic Herbivores

October 8, 2025 at 6pm ET

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Beyond Basic Care: Elevating Animal Welfare Through Enrichment

October 15, 2025 at 6pm ET

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Events

  • 10/5-10/9 - American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK) Conference - Click here

  • 10/5-10/8 - Elephant Managers Association (EMA) Conference - Click here

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Latest News

African Safari Wildlife Park welcomes another endangered antelope

A critically endangered Mountain Bongo was born July 14 at African Safari Wildlife Park in Ohio—the Park’s second Bongo birth this year and seventh since 2022. ...more

ZAA Accredited Facility News

September 25, 20251 min read

African Safari Wildlife Park welcomes another endangered antelope

Zoofari Parks Welcomes First Second-Generation Rhino Birth

Zoofari Parks announces the birth of Kipenzi, a southern white rhinoceros calf born July 24 at the Gulf Breeze Zoo. Kipenzi is the first second-generation calf born across Zoofari Parks’ facilities — ... ...more

ZAA Accredited Facility News

September 22, 20253 min read

Zoofari Parks Welcomes First Second-Generation Rhino Birth

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Zoological Association of America

11654 Plaza America Dr, Suite 309

Reston, VA 20190

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