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flag New Jersey’s Turtle Back Zoo opens transparent veterinary room for public viewing during animal care.

flag New Jersey’s Turtle Back Zoo has opened a public veterinary treatment room, allowing visitors to observe animal care procedures like exams, X-rays, and blood draws through a glass window. flag Part of a $17 million renovation, the facility is one of a few in the U.S. to offer such transparency, joining zoos in Nashville, Oklahoma City, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. flag The initiative aims to educate the public, promote conservation awareness, and build trust in animal care. flag On a recent visit, a young African spurred tortoise—found on a street and likely a former pet—underwent a full checkup, including microchipping and health assessments, before returning to its enclosure. flag The zoo, which rebounded from 1990s financial struggles, now draws nearly a million visitors annually.

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