New Jersey has several zoos to offer both visitors and residents. Here they are in alphabetical order.

Bergen County Zoological Park, located in Paramus, is open 365 days a year weather permitting. The zoo offers many species of birds, reptiles and mammals. It offers a Farmyard and a North American Wetlands Aviary exhibit.

The Cape May County Park and Zoo is located in Cape May and is open seven days a week year round weather permitting except on Christmas. The zoo offers different species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles. The 120 acre zoo and park includes a playground, nature and bike trails, a fishing pond and picnic facilities. Admission is free except for tour busses.

The Cohanzick Zoo, located in Bridgeton, is New Jersey’s first zoo. It is open daily except on Christmas and offers free admission. It is located in the Bridgeton City Park, and has over 200 birds and mammals.

The Popcorn Park Zoo is located in Forked River. it was established as a sanctuary for abandoned, injured, ill, exploited, abused and elderly animals and birds. It is part of the Humane Society. Currently over 200 animals and birds are housed there, each one having been rescued. A pet adoption center is on the premises. The zoo is open daily except for holidays and there is a small admission fee. The picture here was taken at the Popcorn Park Zoo.

The Space Farms Zoo and Museum is in Sussex and is open from mid April through the end of October.  This zoo features over 500 animals of 100 different species, and it has been named the largest private collection of North American animals in their natural surroundings in the United States. There is an admission fee for anyone over the age of three.