Feeling great! The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) has announced we were granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission. Woodland Park Zoo is proud to have held the meritorious distinction as an accredited AZA member since 1982. To be accredited, Woodland Park Zoo underwent a thorough review to make certain it has and will continue to meet ever-rising standards in categories which include animal care and welfare, veterinary programs, conservation, education, safety and

For those who may have missed yesterday’s announcement, during this past weekend’s storm, two African penguin chicks hatched in our African penguin colony! These hatchings are especially meaningful, as African penguins are critically endangered, with wild populations down 97% worldwide. Mystic Aquarium is proud to support their future through the Association of Zoos & Aquariums Species Survival Plan. | Mystic Aquarium