WNJ Exclusive: New Jersey Zoo Rescues Injured and Abused Animals
A peacock at Popcorn Zoo who posed for the photo.
Photos courtesy of Monica DuFour
by Monica DuFour
In Forked River, New Jersey, the Popcorn Zoo, which is only 7 acres, holds many different kinds of animals, including exotic species, farm animals, birds, and elderly wildlife. It also cares for animals that have been injured, exploited, abused or that are ill.
It was established in 1977 to save animals that could no longer survive in their natural habitats.
So, why is it called the Popcorn Zoo? At the entrance desk, you can buy air-popped popcorn to feed to the birds and some of the farm animals. You shouldn’t try to feed the other animals though, due to their specialized diets.
It was established in 1977 to save animals that could no longer survive in their natural habitats.
So, why is it called the Popcorn Zoo? At the entrance desk, you can buy air-popped popcorn to feed to the birds and some of the farm animals. You shouldn’t try to feed the other animals though, due to their specialized diets.
A large potbellied pig that was eager for the popcorn.
The price of admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and children under 12, and free for children under the age of 3. If you have a Wildlife Club, Share-A-Pet, or Zoological Society membership card entry is free.
The zoo is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The zoo is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A cow looked up for the picture.
Some of the animals you can see include African lions, tigers, mountain lions, a camel, emus, and Australian wallabies.
The zoo also has a Monkey House that has many different types of monkeys. Along with exotic animals, they have native animals too: white-tailed and fallow deer, bobcats, black bears, and a raccoon.
The zoo also has a Monkey House that has many different types of monkeys. Along with exotic animals, they have native animals too: white-tailed and fallow deer, bobcats, black bears, and a raccoon.
The farm animals include horses, steer, sheep, pigs, and goats. Throughout the zoo, you’ll see an array of different bird species that have become comfortable there.
One of the many peacocks that roam free throughout the zoo.
Each animal was rescued and has a story. Throughout the zoo, the stories are displayed so you can learn about these animals. You can also sponsor any of the animals.
All of the animals are rescued.
The Popcorn Zoo is part of the Associated Humane Societies. The Associated Humane was founded in 1906 and is the largest animal sheltering system in New Jersey.
The Society is a not for profit, 501 © 3 organization. It prides itself on devotion to the thousands of animals that they care for annually and the chance for a better life.
To learn more about the Popcorn Zoo and the Associated Humane Society, you can go to
The Society is a not for profit, 501 © 3 organization. It prides itself on devotion to the thousands of animals that they care for annually and the chance for a better life.
To learn more about the Popcorn Zoo and the Associated Humane Society, you can go to
Posted by WILDNEWJERSEY at 6/6/2012 10:00 AM 
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