This Week's Headline Highlights

Conservation & More

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Proposes Endangered Species Act Protections for Giraffes

Drought delivers a big blow to wildlife already grappling with disease and habitat loss

What the Smithsonian (and the Public) Have Learned About Pandas in More Than 50 Years at the National Zoo

China aquariums opt for robotic whales to cut costs, leaving visitors feeling deceived

Kemp’s ridley sea turtle makes transatlantic journey

Why sustainability matters

Paws up! Police find shoe thief at a kindergarten is actually a weasel.

New Workshops and Events

Small Mammal & Ambassador Symposium

March 5-7, 2025 | Frank Buck Zoo in Gainesville, Texas

Abstracts due December 2nd, 2024

Register here.

2025 ZAA Semi-Annual Meeting and Professional Development Workshops (Mid-Year Conference)

We are pleased to announce the 2025 ZAA Semi-Annual Meeting and Professional Development Workshops, taking place February 10-14, 2025 in Seattle/Issaquah, WA. This event is hosted by Cougar Mountain Zoo and will feature valuable opportunities for professional growth, networking, and collaboration across our community.

Detailed information, including the schedule at a glance, is available on the Current and Upcoming Conferences page.

Registration opens December 1, 2024. Additional details will be shared soon!

Celebrating Our 2024 ZAA Award Winners!

Let’s take a moment to once again recognize the outstanding recipients of the 2024 ZAA Awards!

✨ Frank Buck Zoo
✨ The Wild Animal Park
✨ African Safari Wildlife Park
✨ Monterey Zoo

These outstanding facilities have been recognized for their excellence and innovation in creating inspiring, impactful experiences that connect people with animals and drive conservation efforts forward.

Want to learn more about their achievements? Visit our website to explore their incredible work and contributions!

ZAA Professional Development Webinars

Essential Update for All ZAA Members – Navigating the New Membership Platform & Basecamp

Click here to view the recording

Upcoming Workshops and Events

Bitesize Behaviour Series Presents: Cooperative Care - Introduction to Husbandry Behaviors Part 1

December 3, 2-4pm EST | Online

Bitesize Behaviour Series Presents: Cooperative Care - Introduction to Husbandry Behaviors Part 2

January 7, 2025 at 2-4pm EST | Online

Giraffe & Okapi Conference

January 20 - 24, 2025 | Palm Desert, CA

Click here to learn more.

Bitesize Behaviour Series Presents: Understanding Observable Behaviour

February 4, 2025 at 2-4pm EST | Online

2025 IAATE Annual Conference

February 19-22, 2025 | Pigeon Forge, TN | Hosted by The American Eagle Foundation

Registration is now open. Click here to learn more.

Bitesize Behaviour Series Presents: The Science of Behaviour

March 4, 2025 at 2-4pm EST | Online

Small Mammal & Ambassador Symposium

March 5-7, 2025 | Frank Buck Zoo in Gainesville, Texas

Abstracts due December 2nd, 2024

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