Conservation & More

Latest Avian Flu Devastating Wild and Domestic Populations

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Monarch butterflies to be listed as a threatened species in US

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Researchers thrilled after discovering animal thought to be extinct: 'This is the kind of news that you work your whole career for'

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World's oldest known wild bird lays egg at 74, first in years

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Cloning: The latest in black-footed ferret recovery in Colorado and beyond

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'Old and wise' animals are essential for the survival of species

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Conservation paradox: Invasive species are often threatened in their native range

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U.S. Supports Community-Led Wildlife Conservation at Second Annual Wildlife Corridor Forum in Arusha

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New Workshops and Events

Lion Webinar - Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

December 17, 2024, 2pm EST | Online

Click here for the zoom link. Passcode: 874183

ZHAP Webinar - HPAI Updates for Zoo and Wildlife Professionals

December 18th, 2024, 2-3:30pm EST

Click here to register.

SDZWA Safe Capture Training Events

January 22-23, 2025 | San Diego, California – San Diego Zoo Safari Park

February 15-16, 2025 | Athens, Georgia (Univ. of Georgia)

March 17-18, 2025 | St Joseph, Missouri (Missouri Western State Univ.)

March 22-23, 2025 | Lincoln, Nebraska (Univ. of Nebraska-Lincoln)

April 5-6, 2025 | Phoenix, Arizona (Arizona Game & Fish Dept.)

Click here for more information.

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

Registration is Now Open for the 2025 ZAA Semi-Annual Meeting and Professional Development Workshops! Click here to register.

Join us February 11–14, 2025, in Issaquah, Washington, hosted by Cougar Mountain Zoo for an unforgettable event.

What to expect:

• Insightful Workshops: Participate in professional development sessions led by industry experts, designed to deepen your knowledge and advance your skills.

• Meaningful Networking: Connect with peers, colleagues, and leaders in the field who share your passion and commitment to excellence.

• Community building: Collaborate and exchange ideas with like-minded individuals, building relationships that inspire and strengthen our shared mission.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Incredible Poster Presentations at the 2024 ZAA Conference!

Congratulations to all of our 2024 ZAA Annual Conference presenters! This year’s conference featured an outstanding lineup of poster presenters, showcasing a diverse range of innovative topics. From conservation efforts and animal welfare to groundbreaking research, their work highlights the passion and expertise driving our field forward.

Click here to visit our newsroom and read their abstracts and explore their work in detail! These are ideas that inspire action and spark progress!