The World in Your Backyard
The Zoo allows us to travel the world locally and learn about the impacts to nature and animals both near and far. Read on for spotlights on some of the conservation work being done right here at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo by our dedicated team members and where you can help.
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Wildlife Trafficking Alliance
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Wildlife Trafficking Alliance (WTA) is a coalition of over 90 companies, non-profit organizations and AZA zoos and aquariums that have all come together to combat the illegal trade of wild life and wild…
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Species 360
Did you know that Essex County Turtle Back Zoo (TBZ) plays a pivotal role in creating the world’s largest and most comprehensive knowledge base on over 22,000 species? As a member of global nonprofit Species360, Turtle Back Zoo contributes data…
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ROAR Fall/ Winter 2024
Featuring an overview of our new Animal Wellness Center (opening spring 2025) and Global Conservation work from one of our Africa Animal Keepers. 599 ROAR-WINTER 2024-24pg v8Download
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ROAR Spring/ Summer 2024
Featuring articles on Wildlife Trafficking and Partnership programs with local schools. TBZ ROAR Spring_Summer 2024 IssueDownload
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