National Geographic - Similarly the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, which accredits the nation’s zoos, may adjust its 16.4-foot (5-meter) wall-height recommendation for tigers once it learns fully what happened in San Francisco, spokesperson Steve Feldman said. In San

Downtown revitalization focus of Rogers gathering
Northwest Arkansas News - There are aquariums and other big draws. Maybe we’re not talking about a $ 40- or $ 50-million aquarium, but it just seems like Lake Atalanta could be better utilized. There’s a lot of potential there. ” Brian Jackson of Hight-Jackson Associates

Aquarium maintenance
WXYZ - There are several elements to consider when creating and maintaining a fresh-water aquarium. First, though aquariums are available in various shapes, a rectangular one is advantageous because it allows the most oxygen to reach the fish. Gravel or

Greensboro Business Journal - Bob Klepfer, who was hired as executive director at Action Greensboro in the summer of 2006, will resign his post, effective Jan. 1, 2008, the organization said. “Bob has made significant contributions to the success of Action Greensboro, first as

Tiger attack
Los Angeles Times - I disagree with getting rid of all of the zoos, aquariums and wild life parks around the world. This is where we study animals, keep the endangered species away from poachers and bring the endangered species back to a level where they can be taken

Zoos to nervous public: Be calm
Baltimore Sun - Animal escapes are very rare” at zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, said Steve Feldman, a spokesman for the nonprofit organization, which has 216 members, including the San Francisco and Maryland zoos. “No one can remember when

Detroit News - Curry comes to the zoo from the Cape May County Zoo in New Jersey. The Association of Zoos & Aquariums Red Panda Species Survival Plan approved the transfer. The red panda (Ailurus fulgens) is not a bear and belongs to its own family. They have rust

Disney VP’s ‘green’ role gets bigger
Orlando Sentinel - Stevens’ appointment is a positive sign for Disney’s commitment to conservation, said Jim Maddy, president of the national Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Stevens, who has a doctorate in biology, came to Disney from Zoo Atlanta in 1976 with a