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​​Using today's technology to share information globally for the benefit of the animal world. This is not just our mission it is our passion. We believe the most effective way to benefit the animals with whom we share the planet is to share what is known.

We partner with animal organizations to record conference presentations and present those presentations here for our members and partners.

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2019 Conference Information

​​Information about the 2019 conferences we are covering or have covered.

National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association Symposium

NWRA March 5 - 9, 2019
conference videos are now available. Attendees and NWRA Members can login with the email address registered with NWRA.

Sea Otter Conservation Workshop

Seattle Aquarium hosted the Sea Otter Conservation Workshop March 29 - March 31, 2019. All licensed videos are posted unless otherwise noted on the pages.  Attendees can login with the email address registered for attendance.

Aquatic Animal Life Support Operators

AALSO March 30 - April 3, 2019
All licensed videos are posted unless otherwise noted on the pages. Attendees and AALSO members can login with the email address registered with AALSO.

Animal Behavior Management Alliance

ABMA April 7 - April 12, 2019
All licensed videos are posted unless otherwise noted on the pages. Attendees and ABMA Members can login with the email address registered with ABMA.

Cephalopod Symposium

Seattle Aquarium hosted the Cephalopod Symposium April 24-25, 2019.  All licensed videos are posted unless otherwise noted on the pages. Attendees can login with the email address registered for attendance.

Regional Aquatics Workshop

RAW May 12-17, 2019.  
We have begun posting the videos. Attendees can login with the email address registered for attendance.

Recent Conference Videos

​​These are the recent conferences we have available.

Spotlight Videos of the Month

​Best of RAW 2019

Using novel behavior training
to increase visitor impact

Michelle Benedict,
Dolphin Quest Oahu

The human‐animal bond is a powerful conservation tool which zoos and aquariums foster daily. Touch tray habitats are the petting zoos of the aquarium world and one of the few ways to physically interact with aquatic life. Many locations have hands‐on encounters, however it is rare to find teleosts in these exhibits. We will demonstrate novel and husbandry behaviors with teleosts, trained through positive reinforcement, which astound guests and add a dimension to their relationship with fish beyond the dinner plate. Our first‐hand experiences show that a deeper appreciation for these complex and wonderful animals is as impactful as our marine mammal interactions and further spreads the message of humane care for all. By leveraging connections with teleost ambassadors through guest interaction, training and social media you can expand the reach of your institution, generate interest and gain advocates for the valuable role of aquariums and marine parks.

​Sharing the Knowledge Award ABMA 2018

Opening the Barn Doors in a New Direction

Katie Stevens,
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

The Animal Programs department took over the guest interaction element of the “My Barn” goat yard at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in 2014. We have grown from talking about goats to also caring for and expanding our barn collection to help convey our message, which focuses on heritage breeds. We place an emphasis on heritage breeds and their importance by training behaviors showcasing their learning abilities, adaptations, and even historic purposes. These behaviors are showcased in our “Home Heritage” show where we introduce guests to both domestic and wild animals that call the barn home. This show focuses on our history with heritage breeds, how they are beneficial, and how wild animals also serve a purpose around a barn. The goat yard is a guest favorite but, thanks to inspiration from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, the corner stone of our guest engagement are “defining moments.” These are moments throughout the day that staff involves guests in unique experiences. Guests might have the opportunity to help us feed, clean or train one the of barn animals. Guests think of zoos as focusing on the conservation of exotic species but we also want to instill in them a passion for the preservation of heritage breeds, and that by doing simple things they can help domestic and wild animals. My paper with elaborate on how we are continually changing the “My Barn” area of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and how these changes are engaging for our guests and staff.