From the Desk of Dan Ashe

Sharks are mysterious, important and fascinating, but also misunderstood or feared.  While scientists still have a lot to learn about these animals, we know that lack of limits and unsustainable fishing has led to major population declines.  While this is a global and complex problem, aquariums and zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, along with their members and visitors, can contribute to the solution.  Nearly a quarter of all shark and ray species are... Read More

What better day to celebrate the giraffe than June 21 st - the longest day of the year? World Giraffe Day, falling on the same day as the summer solstice, raises awareness and funding for conservation initiatives benefitting wild giraffe. It also gives us the chance to highlight the tremendous care giraffe receive at AZA-accredited facilities. Giraffe are beloved by the general public, but not everyone realizes the disastrous impacts that poaching and habitat destruction have had on wild... Read More