Staten Island Zoo maintains high standards with AZA re-accreditation

"AZA accreditation includes a detailed application and a meticulous multiple-day on-site inspection by an independent team of zoological professionals. The inspecting team analyzes all aspects of the facility's operation, including animal care and wellbeing, veterinary care, staff training, educational programs, conservation efforts, financial stability, governance, and guest services. Detailed reports from the inspection team and the facility alike are then thoroughly evaluated by the Accreditation Commission."

"The Zoo has been granted re-accreditation by The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the accrediting body for the top zoos and aquariums in the United States and overseas. AZA is dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums and represents 254 facilities which draw more than 200 million visitors each year. The announcement was made at its annual conference in Tampa, Fla. The Staten Island Zoo has been continuously accredited since 1988."

Staten Island Zoo has been granted re-accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), reaffirming compliance with AZA standards. AZA represents 254 facilities that draw more than 200 million visitors annually. The Staten Island Zoo has maintained continuous AZA accreditation since 1988. AZA accreditation requires a detailed application, a multiple-day on-site inspection by independent zoological professionals, and analysis of animal care, veterinary services, staff training, educational programs, conservation efforts, financial stability, governance, and guest services. Inspection and facility reports are evaluated by an Accreditation Commission, which conducts a formal hearing and issues accreditation outcomes. AZA membership requires re-accreditation every five years.

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