Columbus zoo and aquarium professional#

'We welcome the rigor of all accrediting bodies, and we strive to exceed these standards in any way we can.'

Columbus zoo and aquarium professional#

“We are very proud that we continue to be recognized in our professional community as among the best facilities for caring for wildlife and contributing to conservation and education initiatives,' Tom Schmid, President/CEO of the Columbus Zoo Family of Parks said in a news release. The Zoological Association of America (ZAA) notified Columbus Zoo leadership after multiple steps were taken for the accreditation including a four-day on-site inspection by zoological professionals, a review by the accreditation committee and approval by the Zoological Association of America board of directors. The Columbus Zoo was also accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks & Aquariums (AMMPA) in November 2021.Facilities are graded in many categories.ZAA is a nonprofit who has accredited over 60 facilities including the Columbus Zoo.The Zoological Association of America (ZAA) notified Columbus Zoo leadership after multiple steps were taken for the accreditation.