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

San Antonio, TX

October 1-4, 2025

Hosted by San Antonio Zoo

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

Professional Development

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Webinars

Beyond Basic Care: Elevating Animal Welfare Through Enrichment

October 15, 2025 at 6pm ET

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Events

  • 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

Towering Tykes: Four Giraffe Calves Add to Tanganyika’s Baby Boom

Tanganyika Wildlife Park’s baby boom continues with four giraffe calves born summer 2025! Their births support giraffe conservation while delighting guests with playful personalities and unforgettable... ...more

ZAA Accredited Facility News

September 10, 20253 min read

Towering Tykes: Four Giraffe Calves Add to Tanganyika’s Baby Boom

Seeing Double: Two Lion Cubs Born at the Fort Worth Zoo

The Fort Worth Zoo welcomes two lion cubs, born June 29, 2025, to Saba and Jabulani. Named Imara (“strength”) and Tamu (“sweet”), the siblings mark a conservation success, supporting genetic diversity... ...more

ZAA Accredited Facility News

September 10, 20253 min read

Seeing Double: Two Lion Cubs Born at the Fort Worth Zoo

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Zoological Association of America

11654 Plaza America Dr, Suite 309

Reston, VA 20190

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