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3 Palms Zoo & Education Center

A Rescue Sanctuary

We aren’t your typical zoo. We are a sanctuary for the forgotten, the surrendered, and the non-releasable. Many of our residents are former pets or wild animals transferred from rehabbers. No matter their story, they are eager to meet you.

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Meet Our Animals

Gus the Goose

A formerly abandoned pet who is as friendly as he is adorable!

Antioch & Seleucus

Terrific turkeys who love meeting kids in strollers.

Pete & Repeat

Our Brown Pelicans! One non-flighted, one human-reliant.

The Fox Crew

Silver, Red, Gray & Leucistic foxes thriving in sanctuary.

Chip & Dale

Our prairie dogs who are always looking for a snack!

Gus the Goose

A formerly abandoned pet who is as friendly as he is adorable!

Antioch & Seleucus

Terrific turkeys who love meeting kids in strollers.

Pete & Repeat

Our Brown Pelicans! One non-flighted, one human-reliant.

The Fox Crew

Silver, Red, Gray & Leucistic foxes thriving in sanctuary.

Chip & Dale

Our prairie dogs who are always looking for a snack!

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🥕 Farm Friends

Hand-feed our friendly residents! Food is just $1 per scoop.

  • The Greeters: Llamas, Goats, Cows, Sheep, & Mini Pigs.
  • Free-Range: Turkeys, Chickens, Ducks, Geese & Peacocks.
  • Big Birds: Our curious Emus!

🐾 The Cute Factor

Meet the animals that steal everyone's hearts.

  • Prairie Dogs: Adorable, active, and super friendly!
  • Rabbits & Guinea Pigs: Soft, sweet, and ready for gentle hellos.
  • Giant Tortoises: Slow-moving giants that love a scratch.

🦊 Wildlife Rescue

Captive-raised & unreleasable wildlife with a forever home.

  • Foxes: Silver, Leucistic, Red, and Gray Foxes.
  • Natives: Skunk, Screech Owl, and Turtles.
  • Exotics: Delaware's ONLY Alligator exhibit!

🦢 Aquatic Fun

A bustling hub for birdwatching & relaxing.

  • The Stars: Pete & Repeat (Brown Pelicans).
  • Waterfowl: Domestic, Canada & Cackling Geese, Muscovy Ducks.
  • Wild Guests: Mallards, Blue Herons, Killdeer.

Start Your Adventure

Most of our animals can be safely fed right from the palm of your hand. Come discover why 3 Palms is a unique experience you won't forget.