Tregembo Animal Park, Zoo in Wilmington, United States
Tregembo Animal Park is a zoo in Wilmington featuring multiple outdoor enclosures housing mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. The grounds are arranged to allow visitors to walk through and observe different species in their respective habitats.
The facility opened in 1952 under the name Tote-Em-In Zoo, established by George and June Tregembo. The name changed to Tregembo Animal Park later, reflecting the family's ongoing operation of the site.
The park emphasizes hands-on learning through observation and direct interaction with staff members who share knowledge about animals. Visitors come away with a better understanding of different species and their behaviors.
The park is walkable along pathways with enclosures distributed throughout the grounds and shaded areas available. Wear comfortable shoes since exploring the site involves walking between different sections.
The park began in 1952 as the Tote-Em-In Zoo, founded by George and June Tregembo, and also displayed a collection of "oddities" alongside the animals. It was renamed Tregembo Animal Park in 2004, when the family refocused the site on education. In 1998 PETA listed it among the worst roadside zoos in the country.
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