Things to Do in Cape May NJ

Outdoor Activities

Happy Donut Day!

Happy Donut Day!

Happy Donut Day! 🍩 Dunkin the wallaby enjoys some "donuts" made by his keepers! Turns out that America hops on Dunkin!* *This post was sponsored by Dunkin the wallaby, but not by Dunkin the business. Dunkin' please sponsor Dunkin! (📷: Zookeeper Steph)

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Boaters beware!

Boaters beware!

Boaters beware! You've heard of snakes on a plane, but what about invasives on a boat? Invasive species like water chestnut can easily hitch a ride on your hull. These invaders form dense mats, displacing native species and hindering water activities. Always inspect...

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Happy 7th Birthday, Sandy!

Happy 7th Birthday, Sandy!

Happy 7th Birthday, Sandy! 🥳 Sandy is a member of our American bison herd. Bison are the largest terrestrial mammal in North America, and they can run up to 35 mph (that's faster than you, in case you thought you'd be able to outrun one). They are also good jumpers...

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Got BROWSE? 🌿

Got BROWSE? 🌿

Got BROWSE? 🌿 Many zoo animals, like the watusi cattle, get browse on a regular basis. What's browse? It's leaves and branches from shrubs and trees! Stymie, pictured here, is eating sweet gum. Keepers have a list of browse that is safe and non-toxic for the zoo...

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I need a ride, please 👍

I need a ride, please 👍

I need a ride, please 👍 This turtle needed a ride and Marigold the capybara gladly offered to take him where he needed to go! Turtles will often climb on capybara backs while they are swimming and use them like a basking log. In this case, the turtle just seemed to...

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