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The Cape May County Park & Zoo in Cape May Court House, New Jersey provides free year-round admission to a collection of over 550 animals representing 200 species in 80 acres (324,000 m²) of exhibits. The zoo began operation in 1978.[1] Its principal exhibit areas are a 57 acre (231,000 m²) African Savanna, a free-flight aviary, and a reptile collection.
The zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), and participates in a number of its species survival programs. In particular, a Mountain Bongo Antelope from the zoo's collection was sent to the Mt. Kenya World Heritage Site in 2004 to join a captive breeding population intended to reestablish a wild population in future generations.
Cape May County Zoo operates an annual summer intern program for aspiring wildlife professionals. Students learn about animal husbandry, diets, exhibit design & repair, medical care, and more.[2]
In April 2008, the zoo opened up a Bald Eagle exhibit, acquiring two birds from the Wildlife Center for Virginia.[3]
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