Bergen County Zoo

Bergen County Zoo “Inspiring people to care and to conserve.” The Bergen County Zoo is a “New World” zoo, exhibiting wildlife from North and South America.

You have the unique opportunity to view such rare and unusual species as Baird’s Tapirs, Andean Condors, American Alligators, Golden Lion Tamarins, South American Pampas, and many others. The Bergen County Zoo provides a clean, aesthetically-pleasing facility that meets or exceeds the physical, environmental, and behavioral needs of the animals in its care. The goal of the zoo is to develop and ma

intain exhibits which emphasize natural behavior, encourage longevity, and promote breeding success. Our AZA accredited zoo actively participates in wildlife conservation endeavors through captive breeding programs and research projects and supports conservation efforts throughout the world. The zoo provides a unique and effective educational experience that fosters an appreciation for the interrelationships between the animals and their environments. It provides an enjoyable recreational experience for the residents and visitors of Bergen County.

09/17/2025

Meet Chuy, the Brazilian agouti! Native to Central and South America, these rodents play a big role in the rainforest ecosystem by being seed dispersers. They will often bury nuts and seeds to eat later, and the ones they forget may sprout into new trees! They are one of the only mammals that can crack open a Brazil nut with their powerful jaws and sharp teeth!

Yesterday was our green aracari's "bird" day! Happy 11th birthday to Natasha!Want to gift our animals something special ...
09/12/2025

Yesterday was our green aracari's "bird" day! Happy 11th birthday to Natasha!

Want to gift our animals something special for their birthday or any day? Consider checking out our Wish List! www.friendsofbergencountyzoo.org/wishlist

The rain might have stopped us before, but don’t worry! Join us on September 14th, 2025, to celebrate 25 years of TONKA,...
09/09/2025

The rain might have stopped us before, but don’t worry! Join us on September 14th, 2025, to celebrate 25 years of TONKA, our Baird’s tapir! We have exciting things happening all day to help bring awareness to this incredible species!

Be one of the first patrons to visit Tonka’s exhibit, ask a tapir-related question to a staff member at the exhibit, and get a FREE sticker! (1 per person, while supplies last). This event will happen rain or shine. We'll see you there!

09/05/2025

Happy 8th birthday to our mountain lion brothers, Tacoma and Chinook! 🐱 As obligate carnivores, they got rats as part of their normal diet and peanut butter smeared on some enrichment items!

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09/03/2025

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🎃 ZOO BOO is BACK at the Bergen County Zoo! 👻 Get ready for 3 days of frightfully fun Halloween magic!

🗓️ October 17th, 18th & 19th
🚂 Daytime Trains: Fun & Friendly
🌙 Nighttime Trains: Scary & Spooky (recommended for older children & brave adults!)
🎠 Carousel: Cute & Creepy (in a good way!)

🧛 MEMBER PRE-SALE is LIVE now on CommunityPass through September 28th!
🎟️ General tickets drop October 1st at 9:00am on Eventbrite

Costumes encouraged. Fun guaranteed. We’ll see you at Zoo Boo… if you dare! 💀

Tickets & details: friendsofbergencountyzoo.org/zooboo

Not a member? It’s not too late! Become a member today and get pre-sale access AND ticket discounts! www.FriendsofBergenCountyZoo.org/membership

QUESTIONS? Contact [email protected] or DM us!

Join us on September 7th, 2025, to celebrate 25 years of TONKA, our Baird’s tapir!✨ 11am & 1pm: Tapir-themed shows 💬 3pm...
08/31/2025

Join us on September 7th, 2025, to celebrate 25 years of TONKA, our Baird’s tapir!

✨ 11am & 1pm: Tapir-themed shows
💬 3pm: Tapir zookeeper chat at tapir exhibit
🎁 Special enrichment for Tonka
⭐ Stickers, cards, bookmarks, and more for sale! (cash only)

Be one of the first patrons to visit Tonka’s exhibit, ask a tapir-related question to a staff member, and get a FREE sticker! (1 per person, while supplies last).

08/29/2025

Thor, our Netherland dwarf rabbit, wants to wish you a “hoppy” and healthy Labor Day weekend! The Bergen County Zoo is open all weekend and on Monday! 🐰

Get ready for a frightfully fun time at the zoo… 👻 Follow Friends of the Bergen County Zoo for the big reveal! 🎃 You don...
08/28/2025

Get ready for a frightfully fun time at the zoo… 👻

Follow Friends of the Bergen County Zoo for the big reveal! 🎃 You don’t want to miss this spooktacular announcement! 🦇

🌙 Tonight is your LAST CHANCE to visit the zoo after hours! We're open from 10:00am - 7:00pm! You don’t want to miss wha...
08/27/2025

🌙 Tonight is your LAST CHANCE to visit the zoo after hours! We're open from 10:00am - 7:00pm! You don’t want to miss what we have scheduled!

⭐ 5:15pm: Red Wolf Feeding*
⭐ 5:30pm: Spider Monkey Enrichment (and an opportunity to chat with the zookeepers!)
⭐ 6:00pm: Amphitheater Show
⭐ 6:15pm: Farm Animal Training

*We will be placing food on exhibit for the red wolves at 5:15pm. However, please note that it is entirely up to the wolves whether they choose to eat at this time. Thank you for understanding.

🐾 Zoo Babies and Zoo Kids tickets go live on Eventbrite on September 1 at 9:00am! Find the links at www.FriendsofBergenC...
08/25/2025

🐾 Zoo Babies and Zoo Kids tickets go live on Eventbrite on September 1 at 9:00am! Find the links at www.FriendsofBergenCountyZoo.org/early-childhood

Each week offers a new topic, and you may sign up for as many topics as you like. All classes include age-appropriate activities and a zoo tour.

🐾 ZOO BABIES: Ages 18 months – 3 years old (Tuesdays and most Thursdays starting at 10:30am).
🐾 ZOO KIDS – Ages 4 years old – 6 years old (Wednesdays at 3:15pm).
QUESTIONS? Email [email protected] OR [email protected]

The Education Department is proud to announce that we have partnered with local high schools in Bergen County to transla...
08/24/2025

The Education Department is proud to announce that we have partnered with local high schools in Bergen County to translate our animal information signs into as many different languages as we can! We now have our signs available online in Spanish, French, Japanese, and Korean.

Check them out at www.FriendsofBergenCountyZoo.org/zoo-exhibit-signs

Thank you to Teaneck Public High School and Northern Valley Regional High School for the translations we have so far!

🐐 Becca wants you to know that today is World Goat Day!Did you know that San Clemente goat populations are listed as cri...
08/21/2025

🐐 Becca wants you to know that today is World Goat Day!

Did you know that San Clemente goat populations are listed as critical by the Livestock Conservancy? This breed of goat was once found on San Clemente Island, which is located off the coast of southern California. Today, the island is free of goats and only domestic stocks are found on farms, livestock preserves, and zoos. As heritage breeds with rare genetics, having them ensures genetic diversity and species health across various institutions.

Here at the Bergen County Zoo, we have five San Clemente goats: Becca, Bella, Tabitha, Rogue, and Scarlet! Come visit them and wish them a happy world goat day! 🐐

Address

216 Forest Avenue
Paramus, NJ
07652

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm
Sunday 10am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12016343100

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