What does this accredited aquariums ranking show?

It orders states by AZA-accredited public aquariums. It is a comparison of this one published measure, not an overall ranking of where to live.

Where do these figures come from?

Association of Zoos and Aquariums supplies this measure. States without a comparable published value are shown as not ranked rather than estimated.

How should I use this ranking?

Use it to narrow a search, then open a state or county profile for the underlying figures, source dates and caveats. A statewide number may not describe every neighbourhood.

Rankings · Recreation

Highest accredited aquariums by state

AZA-accredited public aquariums.

Public Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited aquarium destinations, including zoo-and-aquarium facilities. Marine laboratories, shell museums without a public aquarium operation and non-public related facilities are excluded. Counted where they stand.

How to read this ranking

California has the highest published accredited aquariums in this comparison, at 6. The next states shown are Texas (5) and Florida (4).

The table orders 51 states by aza-accredited public aquariums. It describes one published measure, not an overall judgment about where to live.

Use the result as a starting point, then compare the underlying source, dates, and local county figures before making a decision. Public Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited aquarium destinations, including zoo-and-aquarium facilities. Marine laboratories, shell museums without a public aquarium operation and non-public related facilities are excluded. Counted where they stand.

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Frequently asked questions

What does this ranking show?: It orders states by AZA-accredited public aquariums. It is one measure, not an overall verdict on where to live.
Where do the figures come from?: Association of Zoos and Aquariums. States without a comparable published figure are listed as not ranked rather than estimated.
How should I use it?: Use it to narrow your search, then open a state or county profile for the source date, caveats and local context.

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