The Eurasian Regional Association of Zoos and Aquariums (EARAZA) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization established in 1994 with the aim of strengthening ties and cooperation between zoos, oceanariums, breeding centres, insectariums and other organizations of the Eurasian region in the field of environmental, educational, scientific and recreational activities. EARAZA was officially founded in 1994 by three zoos: Moscow Zoo (Director – Vladimir Spitsin), Novosibirsk Zoo (Director – Rostislav Shilo) and Seversk Zoo (Director – Vera Selivanova). At the time of its creation, the Association was represented by 18 zoos from six countries, but the number of EARAZA members has increased over time, and now EARAZA includes 97 organizations from 24 countries.
EARAZA's activities are based on the principles of species conservation, sustainable development, environmental responsibility, and maintaining the positive welfare of animals in the care of EARAZA members.