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 Zoos & Aquariums

The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is the global alliance of regional associations, national federations, zoos and aquariums, dedicated to the care and conservation of animals and their habitats around the world.

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Trusted by over 1,300
 organisations worldwide

The Unifying Organisation for the World’s Leading Zoos and Aquariums
WAZA’s vision is to be a globally recognised and trusted leader advancing conservation and animal welfare.
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WAZA and its members are committed to important goals regarding the environment and sustainability, and are engaged in issues of conservation and battling the illegal trade in wildlife like never before. Read the WAZA News Magazine and other publications to find out more.
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Zoos and Aquariums Are the Third Largest Funder of Conservation Globally

WAZA and its members are committed to inspire and engage the more than 700 million people who visit zoos and aquariums every year – literally one-tenth of the world’s population – to take action for the conservation of species and nature.

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AZA 2026 Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
EAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
34th SEAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
2026 Deutsche Tierpark-Gesellschaft Seminar
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
CAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
Roundtable Conference on Sustainable Palm Oil (RT2026)
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
Upcoming Events
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Partnering for Conservation
WAZA proudly collaborates with some of the world’s most respected wildlife organizations, research institutions, and academic leaders. These partnerships strengthen our ability to protect species and inspire action on a global scale.
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82nd WAZA Annual Conference
The WAZA Annual Conference Heads to South Africa in 2027
Insights from Ecuador’s Amazon on Sustainable Palm Oil
WAZA Welcomes New Member – Gembira Loka Zoo 
WAZA Welcomes New Member – Inlight Festival Group
WAZA Welcomes New Member – Naples Zoo 
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Partnering for Conservation
WAZA proudly collaborates with some of the world’s most respected wildlife organizations, research institutions, and academic leaders. These partnerships strengthen our ability to protect species and inspire action on a global scale.
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AZA 2026 Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
EAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
34th SEAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
2026 Deutsche Tierpark-Gesellschaft Seminar
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
Upcoming Events
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AZA 2026 Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
EAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
34th SEAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
2026 Deutsche Tierpark-Gesellschaft Seminar
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
CAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
Roundtable Conference on Sustainable Palm Oil (RT2026)
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
A History of Conservation
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The world’s top zoos and aquariums are already here. Join the alliance that’s setting the standard for conservation, animal care, and sustainability worldwide.
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AZA 2026 Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
EAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
34th SEAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
2026 Deutsche Tierpark-Gesellschaft Seminar
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
CAZA Annual Conference
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
Roundtable Conference on Sustainable Palm Oil (RT2026)
23 – 29 March 2026
Campo Grande, Brazil
Upcoming Events
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All events
Partnering for Conservation
WAZA proudly collaborates with some of the world’s most respected wildlife organizations, research institutions, and academic leaders. These partnerships strengthen our ability to protect species and inspire action on a global scale.
Learn more
A History of Conservation
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Join WAZA Today
The world’s top zoos and aquariums are already here. Join the alliance that’s setting the standard for conservation, animal care, and sustainability worldwide.
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Ready to Make a Difference? Join WAZA Today
The world’s top zoos and aquariums are already here. Join the alliance that’s setting the standard for conservation, animal care, and sustainability worldwide.
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Driven by Collaboration
WAZA proudly collaborates with some of the world’s most respected wildlife organizations, research institutions, and academic leaders. These partnerships strengthen our ability to protect species and inspire action on a global scale.
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WAZA promotes cooperation between leading zoos, aquariums, national and regional associations, as well as with leading wildlife experts, academies, and universities. WAZA provides support for species-conservation management and husbandry of animals in human care, while encouraging the highest standards in member institutions.
Partnering for Conservation
WAZA proudly collaborates with some of the world’s most respected wildlife organizations, research institutions, and academic leaders. These partnerships strengthen our ability to protect species and inspire action on a global scale.
Learn more
A History of Conservation
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nullam nisi quam, sollicitudin eget nisl a, aliquet imperdiet neque. Quisque leo nunc, tincidunt ac odio in, commodo sagittis augue. Phasellus bibendum sem non magna porta auctor. Integer finibus magna ante. Vestibulum lobortis ante sit amet dapibus commodo.
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