Coverage dated September 28, 2026

Indianapolis Zoo loses AZA accreditation status

Headline from WISH-TV Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Zoo has lost its accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums after its application for continued accreditation was not approved during the latest accreditation cycle.

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  1. FOX 59 Indianapolis

    Indianapolis Zoo loses its AZA accreditation (opens FOX 59 Indianapolis)

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    INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Zoo has lost its nationwide accreditation. The zoo confirmed it was not approved by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums in the latest accreditation cycle but is partnering with the AZA to get back on track.

  2. WISH-TV Indianapolis

    Indianapolis Zoo loses AZA accreditation status (opens WISH-TV Indianapolis)

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    INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Zoo has lost its accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums after its application for continued accreditation was not approved during the latest accreditation cycle.

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