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Explore Blog: Zoo Boise’s Work With Sloth Bears

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:00:00 GMT

The Explore blog brings you exciting, informative, and inspiring wildlife conservation features, zoo and aquarium stories, and profiles. Be sure to visit http://bit.ly/rNOh1l to get your wild animal fix!

(PRWeb October 27, 2011)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/10/prweb8915203.htm

Zoos and Aquariums Fund Critical International Conservation Projects

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 13:10:00 GMT

(PRWeb September 14, 2011)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/9/prweb8787863.htm

Zoos and Aquariums Support White House Fatherhood Initiative with Great Father’s Day Special Events and Discounts

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 13:10:00 GMT

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today announced its support for the White House Fatherhood Initiative, with an invitation for dads and their kids to visit the aquarium or zoo near them this Father’s Day.

(PRWeb June 16, 2011)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/Fathers-Day/prweb8577443.htm

Fifth-Grade Boys Raise Money To Help Save The Endangered Asian Elephant

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:10:00 GMT

Donation to be presented Via Skype on June 8

(PRWeb June 07, 2011)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Asian-Elephant/IEF/prweb8545950.htm

Visit an Elephant, Support Conservation

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:25:00 GMT

Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoos are leaders in elephant conservation education and science, and invite the public to celebrate and support elephants by visiting them this summer.

(PRWeb June 06, 2011)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/zoo_elephants/prweb8535370.htm

Gulf Oil Spill One-Year Later: Zoos & Aquariums Continue To Help Gulf’s Wildlife

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 18:05:00 GMT

One year later, America’s leading zoos and aquariums are continuing rehabilitation and research efforts to help wildlife impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

(PRWeb April 18, 2011)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/4/prweb8317621.htm

“Spring Forward” For Amphibians

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 14:15:00 GMT

Get to Know the Frogs in Your Own Backyard

(PRWeb March 08, 2011)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/3/prweb8187656.htm

Association of Zoos and Aquariums Announces Partnership with Howtosmile.org

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Free Zoo and Aquarium Educational Resources Available Through Innovative Web Portal

(PRWeb November 17, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA_HOWTOSMILE/partnership/prweb4799294.htm

Albuquerque Biopark Earns AZA Accreditation

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 20:44:30 GMT

The Albuquerque Biological Park has earned accreditation by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA).

(PRWeb October 28, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AlbuquerqueBiopark/AZAaccreditation/prweb4717914.htm

AZA Grants Accreditation To Roosevelt Park Zoo

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 14:00:00 GMT

The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) today announced that the Roosevelt Park Zoo was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission.

(PRWeb October 19, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/10/prweb4668904.htm

AZA's Conservation Endowment Fund Announces Grants to Conservation Projects Worldwide

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 17:47:48 GMT

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Conservation Endowment Fund (CEF) has granted $160,000 to 8 wildlife conservation initiatives.

(PRWeb October 12, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/ConservationEndowmentFund/prweb4642884.htm

Join Green Halloween and AZA-Accredited Zoos and Aquariums for Halloween Events Around the County

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 15:18:04 GMT

Add Green to Your Halloween!

(PRWeb October 04, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/Green_Halloween/prweb4604164.htm

AZA Grants Accreditation to Indianapolis Zoo

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 16:23:11 GMT

The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) announced during the organization’s annual meeting in September that the Indianapolis Zoo was granted renewed accreditation by the AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission.

(PRWeb October 01, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/10/prweb4597314.htm

Pioneer in Aquarium Design, Chuck Davis, Honored with AZA Award for Professional Excellence

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 21:08:11 GMT

The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) has awarded its Wendy Fisher Award for Professional Excellence to Chuck Davis, FAIA, a founding partner and currently senior principal at Esherick Homsey Dodge and Davis (EHDD) Architecture, for his outstanding contributions to integrative aquarium and zoo design.

(PRWeb September 28, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/Chuck-Davis/prweb4582064.htm

Houston Zoo Director Rick Barongi Elected to Association of Zoos and Aquariums Board of Directors

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:46:17 GMT

The membership of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has elected Rick Barongi, Director of the Houston Zoo, to the AZA Board of Directors.

(PRWeb September 23, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/Rick-Barongi/prweb4559434.htm

AZA Grants Accreditation to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:33:00 GMT

The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) today announced that the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission.

(PRWeb September 23, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/Columbus-Zoo/prweb4559394.htm

AZA Grants Prestigious Award to Karen Sausman, President Emeritus of The Living Desert

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 15:51:38 GMT

The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) has awarded its highest award for professional excellence, the R. Marlin Perkins Award, to Karen Sausman, President Emeritus of The Living Desert for her outstanding contributions to the zoo and aquarium profession.

(PRWeb September 21, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/aza/living-desert/prweb4547034.htm

Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund Names 2010 ‘Disney Conservation Heroes’

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 17:15:00 GMT

Six Recipients from Across the Globe Honored for Their Extraordinary Commitment to Conservation.

(PRWeb September 15, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Disney-conservation/2010-Conservation-Heroes/prweb4523534.htm

Visit an Elephant, Contribute to Conservation

Sat, 19 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Zoos and Aquariums Essential to Species Survival.

(PRWeb June 19, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/elephant_conservation/prweb4163974.htm

Celebrate World Oceans Day with Dr. Seuss's Famous Fish

Thu, 27 May 2010 07:00:00 GMT

50th Anniversary of Dr. Seuss's One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish To Focus on Ocean Conservation

(PRWeb May 27, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/World_Oceans_Day/Dr_Seuss/prweb4055344.htm

Zoos & Aquariums Mobilize To Help Save Gulf's Wildlife

Tue, 25 May 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Animal Rescue Efforts Rely on Zoo and Aquarium Resources and Expertise

(PRWeb May 25, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/gulf-of-mexico-oil-spill/assoc-Zoos-Aquariums/prweb4042894.htm

Party for the Planet™ at Zoos and Aquariums Nationwide

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Largest Earth Day Party in North America

(PRWeb April 22, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/earth_day_zoos/party_for_the_planet/prweb3909004.htm

Party For The Planet™ at Zoos and Aquariums Nationwide: Largest Earth Day Party in North America

Sat, 17 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, more than 130 of the top zoos and aquariums across North America are throwing a Party for the Planet™, making it the largest combined Earth Day celebration in North America!

(PRWeb April 17, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/04/prweb3886814.htm

Party for the Planet™ at the County's Top Zoos and Aquariums

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Largest Earth Day Party in North America

(PRWeb April 01, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/Party_for_the_Planet/prweb3819644.htm

North American Zoos Support Worldwide Elephant Conservation

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 08:00:00 GMT

2010 International Elephant Foundation Grants Backed by Zoo Donations

(PRWeb January 07, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Elephant/Conservation/prweb3412944.htm

Association of Zoos and Aquariums Announces Conservation Endowment Fund Grants

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) announced that the AZA Conservation Endowment Fund (CEF) has awarded $170,000 to nine wildlife conservation initiatives.

(PRWeb December 01, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/CEF_grants/prweb3279864.htm

Zoos & Aquariums – Green Shopping for the Holidays

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Avoid the Mall, Support Wildlife Conservation, and Find Unique Gifts

(PRWeb November 25, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Zoos_Aquariums/Green_Shopping/prweb3258284.htm

Association of Zoos & Aquariums and Polar Bears International Form Partnership to Inspire Action on Climate Change

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT

The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) and Polar Bears International (PBI) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work together to educate zoos and aquarium visitors on the impacts of climate change on polar bears and their habitat.

(PRWeb November 11, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3182294.htm

Conservation Groups Defend Madagascar's Forests

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Malagasy Government's Decree for Precious Wood Export will Unleash Environmental Pillaging

(PRWeb October 07, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Madagascar/Forests/prweb3005084.htm

Animal Planet Educates Zoo Visitors with Innovative Kiosks

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:00:00 GMT

"ZOOTUBES" Established at Accredited Zoos Across the Country

(PRWeb August 11, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Zoos_Aquariums/Animal_Planet_Kiosks/prweb2734774.htm

Visit An Elephant, Contribute to Conservation

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Zoos and Aquariums Essential to Species Survival

(PRWeb June 17, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/Elephant_Conservation/prweb2541444.htm

Aquariums and Zoos Celebrate World Oceans Day

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Special Events and Programs to Raise Awareness of Ocean Conservation.

(PRWeb June 06, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2504534.htm

“Spring Forward” for Amphibians!

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 14:46:21 GMT

Spring Forward for Amphibians at the AZA-accredited zoo or aquarium near you.

(PRWeb March 02, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/03/prweb2194884.htm

Why Wild Animals Don't Make Good Pets

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:08:01 GMT

Exotic creatures like chimpanzees, pythons, kinkajous and scarlet macaws have captured the hearts of animal-lovers looking for companions; but keeping exotic animals as pets can come with hidden costs, according to the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

(PRWeb February 19, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/02/prweb2122254.htm

Los Angeles Residents by 3-to-1 Majority Want LA Zoo's New Elephant Habitat Completed

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:35:00 GMT

(PRWeb January 26, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/GLAZA/Pachyderm_Forest/prweb1916154.htm

North American Elephants Support Worldwide Elephant Conservation

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:02:30 GMT

2009 International Elephant Foundation Grants Backed by Zoo Donations

(PRWeb January 08, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Elephant/Conservation/prweb1831744.htm

Association of Zoos and Aquariums Hails Incoming NOAA Administrator

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:42:17 GMT

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today commended President-elect Obama's choice of Dr. Jane Lubchenco to be the incoming Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

(PRWeb December 19, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/zoos/aquariums/prweb1776634.htm

Zoo and Aquarium Infrastructure Projects Important to Communities

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:35:10 GMT

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today called for shovel-ready zoo and aquarium infrastructure projects to be eligible for Federal stimulus funding.

(PRWeb December 19, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/zoos/aquariums/prweb1776604.htm

Zoos & Aquariums -- One Stop Shopping for the Holidays

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 02:02:36 GMT

Avoid the mall, support wildlife conservation, and find unique gifts.

(PRWeb November 21, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Zoos_Aquariums/holiday_gift_idea/prweb1646594.htm

2008 Year of the Frog -- State of the Frogs

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:41:17 GMT

Report Shows Successes, Highlights Need for Conservation Efforts to Continue

(PRWeb October 21, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/AZA/Year_of_the_Frog/prweb1505564.htm