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	American Zoo and Aquarium Association
		Aquarium and Zoo Facilities Association is the professional association for managers of construction and facilities maintenance in zoos, wildlife parks and aquariums worldwide.
		Association of Zoo Veterinary Technicians is dedicated to all aspects of quality veterinary technical care in the field of zoo animal medicine.
		Zoo and aquarium employees share in the knowledge that they are providing the best care for the creatures in their facility, as well as developing a forum for others to learn how they too can participate in the conservation of our planet's natural resources.
	www.aza.org /ForEveryone/Careers (1189 words)

	Louisville Zoo - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The zoo houses animals such as orangutans, lions, elephants, butterflies and gorillas.
		In fact, Louisville Zoo was awarded the 2003 American Association of Zoos and Aquariums Exhibit Award for its Gorilla Forest.
		The Louisville Zoo is accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) and the American Association of Museums (AAM).
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Louisville_Zoo (198 words)

	American Zoo and Aquarium Association Grants Re-Accreditation to the Prospect Park Zoo (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		The Wildlife Conservation Society is proud to announce that re-accreditation was granted to the Prospect Park Zoo by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association’s (AZA) Accreditation Commission during its meeting at the association’s Annual Conference being held in New Orleans, Louisiana in late September, 2004.
		“Zoos and aquariums in North America are continually evolving and reaffirming their commitment to animal care, professionalism, ethics, conservation, and education.
		Accreditation of zoos and aquariums became a mandatory requirement for membership in the AZA in 1980.
	nyzoosandaquarium.com /qz-news/5334355 (482 words)

	American Zoo and Aquarium Association - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The American Zoo and Aquarium Association, or AZA is a people-based association dedicated to raising awareness of zoos and aquariums.
		The AZA serves as an accrediting body for member institutions, ensuring that the facilities meet much higher standards of animal care than are required by law.
		The Association also facilitates Species Survival Plans, which are plans for the captive management of genetically diverse populations of various endangered species.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/American_Zoo_and_Aquarium_Association (104 words)

	RWP Zoo : Calendar of Events (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		The Bear TAG considers Kobe a highly valuable member of the captive population because she is the cub of a founder bear (a founder bear is a bear born outside the North American captive population).
		AZA zoos take steps to ensure that all their animals, including polar bears, are provided the kind of care and environment that enables them to live long and healthy lives.
		The Reid Park Zoo polar bear exhibit is a multi-habitat exhibit that includes a 72,000 gallon pool chilled to 55 - 60 degrees Farenheit, an enclosed rockwork deck, enrichment pit and a newly constructed earthen area that includes a small cave and opportunities to dig, roll, and climb.
	www.rogerwilliamsparkzoo.org /calendar/PBinfo_main.cfm (707 words)

	Milwaukee County Zoo
		The Bartlett Society is an international society of individuals with an interest in the history of zoos, aquariums, and wild animal husbandry.
		North American membership is free, but there is no annual meeting (NA membership includes the NA newsletter and copies of the British newsletter).
		The September 1997 issue of Communiqué was devoted to the 25th anniversary of the AZA as an independent association.
	www.milwaukeezoo.org /bartlett_society.html (1020 words)

	GulfBase - American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA)
		Founded in 1924, the American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquaria, now known as the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA), is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science and recreation.
		Over 208 zoos and aquariums throughout North America have met AZA's accreditation standards and are members of AZA.
		Each AZA member is unique, from the five-acre zoo to the 322,000 square-foot aquarium to the 3,000-acre wildlife center.
	www.gulfbase.org /organization/view.php?oid=aza (244 words)

	American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA)
		Founded in 1924, the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation.
		The mission of the program is to help ensure the survival of selected wildlife species into the future and to provide a link between zoo and aquarium animals and the conservation of their wild counterparts.
		Basic population management is necessary if zoos and aquariums are to maintain stable, self-sustaining populations for display and conservation purposes.
	www.houstonzoo.org /AZA/Index.aqf (504 words)

	Zoos, Circuses and Wildlife
		The Association is an advocate for the zoo veterinarian profession whose mission is to improve the health care and promote conservation of captive and free-ranging wildlife.
		Nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation.
		A non-profit consortium of North American zoological institutions, corporate partners, and individuals dedicated to assisting Latin American zoos and aquariums in their regional wildlife and habitat conservation efforts.
	www.nal.usda.gov /awic/zoo/zoo.htm (535 words)

	CONSERVATION PARTNERS - American Zoo and Aquarium Association
		The American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) represents professionally operated zoological parks, aquariums, oceanariums, and wildlife parks in North America as well as over 5,500 individual members.
		Through the AZA Species Survival Plan (SSP), a cooperative population management and conservation program for selected endangered species in zoos and aquariums in North America.
		Each SSP carefully manages the breeding of a species in order to maintain a healthy and self-sustaining captive population that is both genetically diverse and demographically stable.
	www.seaworld.org /conservation-matters/conservation-partners/aza (201 words)

	American Zoo and Aquarium Association
		Thanks to the generosity of both the zoo and aquarium-going public, and accredited zoos and aquariums in North America, the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) has wired $500,000 to Audubon Nature Institute for their employees and their families, the animals and the facilities.
		Sydney J. Butler, executive director of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA), announced today that he is retiring from the position effective 30 September 2005.
		Directors of 78 American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) accredited zoos that care for elephants endorsed an aggressive new vision that focuses on ensuring elephants are part of the world's future.
	www.aza.org (888 words)

	U.S. Newswire : Releases : "American Zoo and Aquarium Association Executive Director..." (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		American Zoo and Aquarium Association Executive Director Sydney Butler to Retire In September 2005
		AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums, and the thousands of professionals and volunteers who support them, are now more than ever the leaders in animal care, conservation and educating the public about wildlife and nature.
		Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things.
	releases.usnewswire.com /GetRelease.asp?id=49496 (472 words)

	Rusti may hurt zoo's standing, official says - The Honolulu Advertiser - Hawaii's Newspaper
		A top zoo accreditation official is questioning a plan to keep Rusti the orangutan at the Honolulu Zoo, and the City Council has again postponed a decision.
		Allowing the Orangutan Foundation International to place Rusti at the zoo permanently while remaining his owner and participating in his care "may place the zoo's accreditation in jeopardy," Mary Healy, chairwoman of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association's accreditation commission, wrote to Mayor Jeremy Harris.
		The issue took on more weight after a gorilla escaped last month from a Texas zoo and injured four people before he was killed by police officers.
	the.honoluluadvertiser.com /article/2004/Apr/22/ln/ln25a.html (245 words)

	American Zoo and Aquarium Association - Elephant Care Experts
		In a happy coincidence, two elephant calves were recently born at two zoos accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association: Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa, Fla. and the Indianapolis Zoo.
		From those names, zoo staff will select 5 to be posted online on Nov. 7 at www.lowryparkzoo.com for the entire online community to vote.
		The North Carolina Zoo provides a veterinary expert and funding to support research of elephants in the wild and community outreach to reduce poaching and human-elephant conflicts.
	www.azaelephantconservation.org (425 words)

	The Oklahoma City Zoo
		The staff of the Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Garden, Oklahoma Zoological Society ZooFriends and the American Association of Zookeepers (AAZK) Oklahoma City Chapter is very concerned for the people and the animals in the areas affected by Hurricane Katrina and stand ready to assist.
		In response to the overwhelming zoo and aquarium community interest in aiding the Audubon Nature Institute, a program is now in place enabling AZA members as well as the general public to donate.
		All donations will be channeled directly to aid the zoo and aquarium and their staff members in New Orleans.
	www.okczoo.com (393 words)

	U.S. Newswire : Releases : "American Zoo and Aquarium Association Statement Regarding..." (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Contact: Jane Ballentine of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association, 301-562-0777 ext.
		As an accredited member of AZA, the Zoo is bound by AZA's policy of full participation in the Species Survival Plan (SSP) partnership and process.
		That agreement provides that the transfer of animals follow a process which seeks to place animals first at AZA accredited facilities, as we know those facilities have been thoroughly evaluated and determined to have the highest standards of care, financial stability, safety and commitment to conservation and education.
	releases.usnewswire.com /GetRelease.asp?id=32379 (599 words)

	Monterey Bay Aquarium: Aquarium Exhibits, Live Web Cams and Information About Life in the Oceans
		American Zoo and Aquarium Association 2005 Exhibit Award and American Zoo and Aquarium Association 2005 Munson Aquatic Conservation Exhibitry Award
		American Zoo and Aquarium Association 2003 Significant Achievement Award and National Association for Museum Exhibition 2002—2003 "Excellence in Exhibition" Award
		American Zoo and Aquarium Association 2002 Munson Aquatic Conservation Exhibitry Award
	www.mbayaq.org /efc (96 words)

	IDA News Release (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		IDA is an international, California-based animal advocacy organization dedicated to ending the abuse and exploitation of animals by defending their rights, welfare and habitats.
		Detroit Zoo's elephants, like elephants in other U.S. oos, suffer from captivity-induced health problems that include severe arthritis and recurrent foot problems, a direct result of inadequate exercise caused by confinement in cramped, unnatural quarters.
		"It's time for the AZA to recognize that elephants are dying young in zoos because zoos cannot provide for the vast physical and social needs of the earth's largest land mammal," says IDA President Dr. Elliot Katz, a veterinarian.
	www.idausa.org /news/currentnews/detroits_elephants2.html (353 words)

	Albuquerque Biological Park - City of Albuquerque
		The Albuquerque Aquarium exhibits Gulf of Mexico saltwater species from a variety of habitats, including estuarine, surf zone, shallow waters, coral reefs, open ocean and deep ocean.
		Located across the plaza from the Albuquerque Aquarium, the lush and peaceful Rio Grande Botanic Garden represents an oasis in the desert.
		The Albuquerque Biological Park is accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA).
	www.cabq.gov /biopark (318 words)

	Find in a Library: Recognizing and honoring the American Zoo and Aquarium Association and its member institutions : ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Find in a Library: Recognizing and honoring the American Zoo and Aquarium Association and its member institutions : report (to accompany H. Con.
		Recognizing and honoring the American Zoo and Aquarium Association and its member institutions : report (to accompany H. Con.
		Publisher: [Washington, D.C. Subjects: American Zoo and Aquarium Association.
	worldcatlibraries.org /wcpa/ow/36ef093f03b59016a19afeb4da09e526.html (99 words)

	Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens
		Because of significant damage, Naples Zoo is currently closed.
		Members are valid for one year from the date the zoo reopens.
		Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens is a nationally accredited zoo and historic botanical garden featuring a full day of fun shows.
	www.caribbeangardens.com (177 words)

	Accession 96-024 - American Zoo and Aquarium Association, Records, 1963-1992
		Association of Latin American Zoos & Aquariums (ALAZA) [I]
		Association of Zoo Directors of Australia and New Zealand (AZDANZ) [I]
		Consortium of Aquariums, Universities, and Zoos (CAUZ) [I/A]
	www.si.edu /archives/archives/findingaids/fa96-024.html (938 words)

	Organization: American Zoo and Aquarium Association (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Munson Aquatic Conservation Exhibitry Award An award which recognizes excellence in aquatic exhibits that have conservation education incorporated into the design and presentation.
		Zoo and Aquarium Trends An analysis that provides a reliable, ongoing flow of collective impact data and future trend information to leaders of AZA's member institutions.
		These programs promote professional development for all levels and disciplines of the zoo and aquarium industry.
	www.bioednet.org /cgi-bin/risee/ben/showorg?id=&org=OR835 (245 words)

	Welcome to the Los Angeles Zoo!
		Find out more about the Zoo's participation with an Earthwatch Expedition to study the sea otters of Prince William Sound.
		Copyright © 2005 Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association.
		American Zoo and Aquarium Association and the American Association of Museums.
	www.lazoo.org (128 words)

	American Zoo and Aquarium Association (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		While the American Zoo and Aquarium Association's website's primary targets are zoo and aquarium professionals and members, there are a few resources here that are useful to the general public.
		In For Everyone, find images and information about rescuing Alaska, featured Accreditation Inspectors, Kabul Zoo, zoos, botanical gardens, and conservation, saving the Giant Panda, and conservation projects.
		Visit the photo gallery to find pictures of some unusual animals such as the milk snake and the spectacled bear.
	www.learnnc.org /bestweb/AZA (204 words)

	AZA's Web Portal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Click on the image above to learn about 10 at-risk species that live in, on, or near water and are facing serious threats to their survival.
		AZA accredited zoos and aquariums provide the highest quality of animal care.
		AZA member zoos and aquariums are leaders in conservation in North America and around the world.
	www.azasweb.com (281 words)

	AAZK, Welcome
		Greetings and welcome to the American Association of Zoo Keepers' (AAZK) World Wide Web Server.
		AAZK is a nonprofit (U.S. 501c3) volunteer organization made up of professional zoo keepers and other interested persons dedicated to professional animal care and conservation.
		The AAZK Board of Directors is working with the Audubon AAZK Chapter and their Conference Committee to facilitate refunds to full registration delegates to the 2005 AAZK National Conference in New Orleans that was cancelled due to Hurricane Katrina.
	www.aazk.org (352 words)

	Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
		Free passes, parking, discounts, reciprocal Zoo privileges – join today!
		The Columbus Zoo has educational programs for all ages!
		The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is an accredited member of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) — a leader in global wildlife conservation.
	www.colszoo.org (115 words)

	Accession 99-102 - American Zoo and Aquarium Association, Records, 1924-1997
		Records document the activities and history of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZAA).
		Materials include subject files; information on the Species Survival Plan, the Taxon Advisory Group, the Scientific Advisory Group, and committees; regional and annual proceedings; and master microfilm of AZAA board minutes and history.
		Florida Association of Zoos and Aquariums (FAZA) [I-97]
	www.si.edu /archives/archives/findingaids/fa99-102.html (225 words)

	PCI :: Public Communications Inc. :: Newsroom :: American Zoo and Aquarium Association (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		PCI :: Public Communications Inc. :: Newsroom :: American Zoo and Aquarium Association
		Accredited Zoos and Aquariums Poised to Implement Public Education Program about Oceans
		Silver Spring, Md. (April 16, 2004) - American Zoo and Aquarium Association To Take Action on Preliminary Report from U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy...
	www.pcipr.com /newsroom/AZA (70 words)

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