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Chelonian Biology, Conservation, and Management Course: 2025

Join us for the 3rd annual Chelonian Biology, Conservation, and Management Course Sponsored by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums Chelonian Advisory Group in conjunction with Turtle Survival Alliance.

This hands-on learning experience focuses on basic biology and global conservation status of chelonians, the latest in husbandry and reproductive techniques, enclosure and facility design concepts, integration of captive management plans with conservation strategies and effective conservation messaging. Participants will learn not only about chelonian husbandry, but also how to connect with conservation projects, breeding program management, enrichment basics, chelonian health fundamentals, and more to improve chelonian management at their institutions and impact chelonians globally. Under guidance of the AZA Chelonian Advisory Group (ChAG), the Chelonian Biology, Conservation, and Management Course provides knowledge about chelonians and skills for managing these species in captivity that are essential for anyone working directly with chelonians in a zoo, aquarium, conservation, or research settings.

Interested participants must submit a 1-page (maximum) letter by May 1, 2025, detailing your current occupation and describing why you want to attend the course, your prior experience with chelonians, career goals as they relate to chelonians, and what you expect to gain from the course. Letters should be submitted electronically to Cris Hagen at [email protected].

Full registration details can be found here.