EAZA

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The European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) is a membership organization for the European zoo and aquarium community.

Here's a breakdown of what EAZA is and does:

• Membership: EAZA links over 400 member organizations in 47 countries across Europe, Western Asia and beyond.
• Mission: Its mission is to facilitate cooperation within the European zoo and aquarium community towards the goals of education, research and conservation.
• Standards: EAZA sets standards for progressive zoos and aquariums. They strive for excellence in integrated species conservation.
• Activities:
• Conservation: Promotes cooperation for regional collection planning and wildlife conservation. EAZA manages the EAZA Ex-situ Programme (EEP), which is a population management and conservation program for over 400 animal species.
• Education: Promotes educational activities.
• Advocacy: Advises EU lawmakers on zoo and aquarium related topics.
• Research: Shares knowledge and resources in field- and zoo-based conservation and scientific research.
• Animal Welfare: Helps members excel in animal welfare and population management.
• Partnerships: EAZA and its members form partnerships with other organizations to help build support for effective environmental action.
• History: Founded in 1992 and formerly called European Community Association of Zoos and Aquaria (ECAZA).
• Location: Headquartered at Natura Artis Magistra in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.