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4 unusual facts about Association of Zoos and Aquariums


African Safari Wildlife Park

The park is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), and considers itself to be one of the leaders in conservation efforts for the animals it supports.

Association of Zoos and Aquariums

In the United States, any public animal exhibit must be licensed and inspected by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), United States Environmental Protection Agency, Drug Enforcement Administration, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and others.

Calgary Zoo

The AZA, WAZA, and CAZA accredited zoo was among the first in Canada to be accredited by all three associations.

An independent review was solicited by the zoo in December 2009 and was conducted by the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums.



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