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New Jersey’s Turtle Back Zoo opens transparent veterinary room for public viewing during animal care.
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.
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.
The initiative aims to educate the public, promote conservation awareness, and build trust in animal care.
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.
The zoo, which rebounded from 1990s financial struggles, now draws nearly a million visitors annually.
El zoológico Turtle Back de Nueva Jersey abre una sala veterinaria transparente para que el público la vea durante el cuidado de los animales.