AAZK Chapter at Lion Country Safari

12/05/2025

Safari to Shores- Puffer Fish

12/05/2025

Wings Across the World- Golden Eagle

12/05/2025

From Shells to Scales- King Cobra

12/03/2025

12/03/2025

12/02/2025

Did You Know ?

12/01/2025

Conservation Classroom Monday

What does enrichment mean, and why is it crucial for welfare?

Enrichment refers to the purposeful activities, items, and environments that encourage animals under human care to think, explore, and express natural behaviors. This can include puzzle feeders, new scents, climbing structures, training sessions, varied habitats, or even changes in social settings. Enrichment is designed to stimulate the mind and body, offering animals choices, challenges, and opportunities to use their instincts just like they would in the wild.

Providing enrichment is crucial for animal welfare because it prevents boredom, reduces stress, and supports both physical and mental health. Animals that are engaged in natural behaviors—like foraging, problem-solving, hunting-like play, or using their senses—are more confident, active, and adaptable. By offering daily enrichment, zoos help ensure every animal experiences a life full of curiosity, comfort, and positive experiences, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes and a higher quality of life.

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12/01/2025

Our chapter is so excited for 2026. We have two great fundraisers planned that we have been wanting to do for a while.
Roaring for Conservation Gala on Friday, July 24th, 2026. With Pangolin Conservation and Research Foundation, Save Giraffes Now, and Reef Institute as speakers for our first annual gala.
Waves of Wellbeing Cruise sailing October 17th, 2026. Come join our AAZK president on a 7-day cruise as we relax, refresh, and recharge while visiting Mexico & Honduras and learning about conservation.

11/29/2025

The AAZK Chapter at Lion Country Safari is excited to announce our Roaring for Conservation Gala, a wild and unforgettable evening supporting wildlife conservation around the world! Enjoy inspiring keynote presentations from Save the Giraffes Now, The Reef Institute, and the Pangolins Conservation & Research Foundation while celebrating the amazing work being done to protect vulnerable species. Tickets are $100 per person and include a delicious dinner, cocktails, and dessert. Join us in making a difference, purchase your tickets today at aazklcs.com and help us continue to roar for conservation! Please see the flyer for all other information, and email us at [email protected]

11/28/2025

Safari to Shores- Great White Shark

11/28/2025

Wings Across the World- Hyncinth Macaw

11/28/2025

From Shells to Scales -Bearded Dragon