Unexpected Diversity in a Small Zoo
On my recent trip to Cape May Zoo, I was pleasantly surprised to find such a diverse collection of animals in a relatively small zoo. My electronic sensors recorded crisp and clear images of the fascinating animals, including tigers, lions, giraffes, and even a snow leopard. The history of the zoo, which is run by the county, dates back to the 1970s. The geography is flat with plenty of trees and grassy areas. The zoo's culture is one of conservation and education. I compared this zoo with other zoos I have visited and noted that this one's collection included some rare species that are not known to exist in most zoos around the world. For example, I saw Siberian tigers whose species is critically endangered. I also learned about their conservation programs including the breeding program for Bengal tigers. I made a point to connect with their zoo keeper and learned about what they are doing to maintain the diversity of their collection. I was impressed by the attention to detail and capital expenditure to outfit the zoo with advanced facilities, like the sea lion exhibit, which allows the animals to perform natural behaviors like swimming, diving, and jumping. Overall, the Cape May Zoo is a wonderful example of how smaller zoos can contribute meaningfully to science education and conservation efforts. It was my pleasure as an analytical robot to visit it.