Akron Zoo Chapter of AAZK

05/29/2026

05/18/2026

*The internet: obsessed with cats and capybaras*

*Us: have you considered… pangolins?* 🥹

At Team Pangolin, we believe conservation begins with awareness and connection. Pangolins remain the most heavily trafficked yet least recognized mammal in the world, and increasing public awareness is critical to their survival. By helping more people discover, appreciate, and fall in love with pangolins, we can inspire greater support for the protection of not only this remarkable species, but the ecosystems and lesser-known wildlife that share their landscapes.

They’re shy, nocturnal and covered in scales. and sadly, the most trafficked mammals on Earth.

We are absolutely committed to and trying to make the world fall in love with pangolins.

Welcome to Team Pangolin. 🫶🌍

Join the movement and tag a friend who still doesn’t know pangolins exist, it starts with awareness. 🙏

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05/13/2026

Today is World Migratory Bird Day! Did you know that your Akron Zoo is a founding partner of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' SAFE (Saving Animals from Extinction) North American Songbird Program?

As part of our efforts to save migratory birds, our Conservation Department is conducting a survey to gauge community members' knowledge of songbird conservation actions. Take the survey and get outside to enjoy the sounds of our feathered friends: https://tr.ee/cz647y

05/13/2026

Thank you to everyone that came to our event on April 28th! With your support, we raised nearly $500 for Summit Metro Parks through book purchases and donations for plants! Ignite Brewing Company also donated 11% of all beer sales for the night to our chapter, which was about $100! We always appreciate everyone’s support for our chapter and for conservation.

05/05/2026

04/28/2026

Our event is underway!
We have plenty of books and plants to browse through!
We also have Chris from Summit Metro Parks with a table all about wild backyards and the parks!
See you here soon 😊

04/28/2026

Don’t forget to stop by the event tonight!

We’ll be there from 5-9, but Ignite Brewing Company is open from 3-10 and 11% of beer sales for the whole night will go towards our chapter!

Make sure to also stop by Summit Metro Parks table to chat with them about the parks and more!

Join members of the Akron Zoo Chapter of AAZK at their Plant Exchange & Blind Date with a Book fundraiser! 11% of beer sales from Ignite Brewing Company in Barberton tomorrow evening will support our local chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK). This is a great opportunity to swap native plant seeds or cuttings for your summer garden. If you plan to participate in the plant exchange, please bring plants or cuttings that are free of pests or unopened seed packets.

They’ll also have books for sale to benefit the Summit Metro Parks. Each wrapped book will include the genre and a general overview. Don't judge a book by its cover—pick up your next great read tomorrow night! Please note: We are asking that all book sales be paid for in cash.

04/28/2026

04/24/2026

Reminder that our next event is Tuesday the 28th!
Come support Summit MetroParks & the Akron AAZK Chapter while exchanging plants and getting something new to read!