[4][5] As an AZA member, Akron Zoo participates in breeding programs to save endangered species.

With the sponsorship of the Yusef-Khan Grotto, admission was free to all mentally challenged, handicapped, and underprivileged children.

The zoo adopted a new theme of "North and South American Animals" to provide a stable base for education and conservation goals.

The zoo utilized current green technology for heating and cooling and the building was built using many earth-friendly materials.

The zoo announced in July 2024 that they plan to build a new $11.95 million veterinary hospital behind Landon and Cynthia Knight Pride of Africa.

Plants and trees are sometimes added or removed to allow for animal to create new hiding places or have more open space.

The Akron Zoo is involved in various conservation projects that focus in the areas of restoration, preservation, and reintroduction.

The Venezuelan Waterfowl Foundation is active internationally and it was formed as a result of the staff's efforts in working with conservationists in Venezuela and other accredited institutions within the zoo community.

The Foundation focuses on the conservation of the Andean river systems and is researching the illusive torrent duck.

10 acres (4.0 ha) of open grassland and meadow habitat were planted, creating a suitable site to support a variety of resident and migrant butterfly species.