“Zoos are the imperfect alternative, and the Dallas Zoo’s imperfections are most evident when it comes to Jenny, the zoo’s only remaining elephant. The zoo wants to retire her to Africam, a 617-acre park near Puebla, Mexico. Africam is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, which maintains high standards of full-time veterinary care, feeding and exercise. ” - Dallas Morning News

“The International Elephant Foundation (IEF) and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today announced their support for 15 new elephant conservation projects for 2008, marking a record level of support.” - Press Release Newswire

“Comments filed by the
Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) with the United States Department
of Agriculture (USDA) reveal new data that demonstrates elephants in
accredited zoos are in very good health.” - PR Newswire

“The capital levy will also pay for larger elephant and rhino facilities. Expanding the elephant yard means the zoo can comply with Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ standards. Because wild female elephants live in social groups, the AZA recommends zoos house no fewer than three females. Plus, part of the elephant yard will be upgraded to hold a male. Without strengthening the elephant facility, the zoo would not be able to keep Louie, the 3-year-old African elephant born in Toledo.” - - toledoblade.com -