The Oakland Zoo is a zoo located in Oakland, California. Established on June 6, 1922, it is managed by the Conservation Society of California, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife both locally and globally. The zoo is home to more than 850 native and exotic animals. It is recognized for its outstanding leadership in animal welfare, animal care, particularly its elephant care program, its rescue, rehabilitation and conservation programs and for its Leed-certified, 17,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital—the largest wild animal veterinary facility in Northern California. Oakland Zoo is the recipient of numerous "Best of" awards, including 30 Best U.S. Zoos by U.S. News & World Report and "10 Best" by USA Today Reader’s Choice Awards. Wikipedia Accredited by Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)
Member, World Association of Zoos & Aquariums (WAZA) Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization / Conservation Society Of California / EIN: 94-1687847
