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.

2025 ZAA Annual Conference

October 1-4, 2025

San Antonio, TX

Hosted by San Antonio Zoo

Registration is Open

Early Bird Deadline: August 15, 2025 (11:59pm EDT)

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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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August 20, 2025 6pm ET |
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August 27, 2025 6pm ET |
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Events

  • 8/23-8/29 - 57th Annual Conference of AAZV - Click here

  • 9/25-9/28 - 45th Annual Conference of AZVT - Click here

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

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Latest News

Sixth critically endangered antelope born at African Safari Wildlife Park

A critically endangered Mountain Bongo calf was born at African Safari Wildlife Park - its sixth since 2022! Catch a glimpse of the healthy newborn in the Drive-Thru Safari and stay tuned for the gend... ...more

ZAA Accredited Facility News

August 04, 20251 min read

Sixth critically endangered antelope born at African Safari Wildlife Park

2025 ZAA Conservation Initiatives Grant Recipients

Meet the 2025 ZAA Conservation Initiatives Grant recipients! These five projects lead the way in wildlife research, education, and community-driven conservation across the globe. Learn more on our web... ...more

ZAA News

July 23, 20251 min read

2025 ZAA Conservation Initiatives Grant Recipients

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Zoological Association of America

11654 Plaza America Dr, Suite 309

Reston, VA 20190

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