JENNIFER SMOLA SHAFFER: The top accrediting body for zoos and aquariums denied the Columbus Zoo’s accreditation appeal Monday, officially stripping the popular central Ohio institution of an industry seal of approval meant to build public trust… The AZA first denied the Columbus Zoo’s accreditation in early October, following a routine, five-year accreditation review process. At … Continue reading CEASE IN DECEIT: World-renowned Columbus Zoo loses accreditation appeal with Association of Zoos & Aquariums