Bergen County Zoo
Description
The Bergen County Zoo is a “New World” zoo, exhibiting wildlife from North and South America. You have the unique opportunity to view such rare and unusual species as Baird’s Tapirs, Andean Condors, American Alligators, Golden Lion Tamarins, South American Pampas, and many others.
The Bergen County Zoo provides a clean, aesthetically-pleasing facility that meets or exceeds the physical, environmental, and behavioral needs of the animals in its care. The goal of the zoo is to develop and maintain exhibits which emphasize natural behavior, encourage longevity, and promote breeding success. Our AZA accredited zoo actively participates in wildlife conservation endeavors through captive breeding programs and research projects and supports conservation efforts throughout the world. The zoo provides a unique and effective educational experience that fosters an appreciation for the interrelationships between the animals and their environments. It provides an enjoyable recreational experience for the residents and visitors of Bergen County.
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An updated list of all the wonderful animals that the Bergen County Zoo has in its animal collection. Come visit them today!
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Great profile on all the activities and assets the Bergen County Parks System has to offer! Thanks New York Daily News! http://www.nydailynews.com/content-studio/park-bergen-county-article-1.3240985
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It's a beautiful day today. Come visit this guy, and others, at the Bergen County Zoo!! Doors open at 10am
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Join us towmorrow, June 10th, to celebrate Ocean Conservation Day. Come and learn what we can all do to help and preserve our ocean and its wildlife. There will be lessons, stories, crafts and more. All are welcomed!
Due to the weather: the Zoo will be free of admission today and the train will not run. The carousel will open today 10 - 5pm (as long as weather allows)
Yesterday's Members Night event was a success. Thank you to all the staff that helped put the event together. A special thank you to our members-we hope you enjoyed the event and all it had to offer and we look forward to next year!
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The sun is back and burning bright...come enjoy it with us at the Bergen County Zoo!
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Summer Programs have been released by the education department. Please see the attached information and submit if you are interested. Thank you
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Another beautiful day, we open in 15mins, come and visit our animal friends like the bison and elk 😀
The beautiful weather is continuing, come and share it with us at the Bergen County Zoo!
The sun is shining and the temperature is pleasant, so it's a perfect day to spend at the Bergen County Zoo!
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Some pictures from our sheep shearing event.
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