Mission Statement

The United States Aquarium Association (USAQUA) is a 501(c)(6) science, education, and conservation-based advocacy organization, dedicated to the responsible private ownership and trade in fish, corals, invertebrates, and other aquarium life. USAQUA supports sustainable fisheries, aquaculture development, sound husbandry, and escape-prevention protocols, while advancing an integrated approach to conservation. We work to unite government agencies, the scientific community, and the private sector in shaping effective, science-based policies. Our foremost priorities are defending the rights of keepers, safeguarding the health of aquatic animals, ensuring public safety, and protecting ecological integrity.