American Association of Zoo Keepers

An interactive resource with information about the zoo world, zoo keeping profession and conservation of plant and animal ecosystems.

American Association of Zoo Veterinarians

Membership information, position openings, Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine.

American Zoo and Aquarium Association

Founded in 1924 it supports membership excellence in conservation, education, science, and research among its 184 accredited zoos and aquariums.

Aquarium and Zoo Facilities Association

The purpose of the AZFA is to encourage the exchange of ideas with respect to the construction and maintenance of facilities for zoos, wildlife parks and aquariums worldwide. Includes organization description, membership information, and conservation projects.

Australasian Regional Association of Zoological Parks and Aquaria

The collective professional association of the zoos and aquariums of Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea, maintaining the Australasian Species Management Program.

Australasian Society of Zoo Keeping

A professional association dedicated to the captive husbandry and conservation of wild animals in the Australasian region, and the further development of zoo keeping as a profession. Offers resources on careers, membership, meetings, conservation and contacts.

Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums

A non-profit organization established to promote the welfare of and encourage the advancement and improvement of zoology, recreation, education, conservation and science.

Deutsche Tierpark Gesellschaft

German association of smaller zoos, with member directory.

European Association of Zoos and Aquaria

Promotes co-operation for furthering wildlife conservation, particularly through European Endangered Species Programmes (EEP). Includes list of members and EEPs.

South East Asian Zoos Association

Helps members to educate the public about conservation and actively supports the ex-situ and in-situ conservation of populations of endangered species and their habitat, especially from the South East Asian region.

The Spanish Association of Zoos and Aquaria (AEZA)

Promotes cooperation among 28 Spanish zoos and aquaria to help develop critical educational and conservationist functions. Purpose, membership list with links, and news.

World Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Membership includes 172 leading zoological institutions and 17 regional/national zoo associations working together to conserve species, promote animal welfare, and educate the public. Conservation information, news and events, and member descriptions and links.