Elephant Mission Statement

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is comprised of caring, trusted experts committed to ensuring that elephants are part of the world’s future. 

Through our conservation, education and research programs, elephants in our care play an essential role in the survival of the species in the wild. 

AZA advocates on behalf of elephants with a unified and consistent voice, and collaborates with others committed to the long-term survival of elephants.

	EDUCATION FEATURE: CONNECTING VISITORS TO ELEPHANTS IN CLEVELAND Visitors and elephants cross paths as part of Cleveland Zoo's new African Elephant Crossing experience. Read more...
	NEW STUDY: HEAT LOSS IN ELEPHANTS A new thermal imaging study by researchers from the University of Guelph shows how African and Asian elephants lose heat. Read more...
	MEET AZA's ELEPHANTS Learn about some of the amazing elephants in the care of AZA institutions! Read more...
	ELEPHANT SPECIAL EVENTS Sample ideas for elephant focused events, including posters and activities for all ages. Read more...
	AZA TAG DOCUMENTS Documents for institutional use Read more...
	NEW CONSERVATION PLAN Exciting plan to build a new elephant conservation center is underway! Read more...