‘Gold standard’: Understanding the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens accreditation, major expansion plans

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Over 1 million visitors flock to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens each year. Inside, you’ll find over 2,000 animals, lush landscapes, award-winning exhibits, and staff devoted to monitoring animal care around the clock.

“These animals are being kept for with top-notch quality care,” Zoo representative Curtis Dvorak said.

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One of the fan favorites in the Zoo is The Range of the Jaguar. It’s a two-time national award-winning exhibit and has received high honors from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, or AZA.

Additionally, the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens carries the emblem of accreditation through the AZA. For many zoos, it’s considered one of the highest standards of accreditation…

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