Insectropolis, A Cool Place Visit As The Summer Heats Up At The Jersey Shore

Insectropolis in Toms River offers hands-on insect education with live bug interactions, interactive exhibits, and educational displays. This family-friendly museum houses thousands of insects and provides daily opportunities to pet tarantulas, roaches, and scorpions.

— Insectropolis, known as the “Bugseum of New Jersey,” provides visitors a chance to learn about insects through hands-on experiences in Toms River. The museum displays thousands of common and rare insects from around the world, from butterflies to hissing roaches, in both traditional habitats and interactive settings designed to educate and entertain.

For more information about Insectropolis, visit https://insectropolis.com/

Daily touch presentations allow visitors to pet live tarantulas, roaches, and scorpions under professional guidance. This safe, optional activity has become a visitor favorite, though observation without touching is perfectly acceptable. These presentations help reduce common misconceptions about insects and arachnids while providing memorable educational moments.

With over a dozen exhibit areas, the museum aims to educate visitors while reducing fears about insects. Bug University teaches taxonomy and classification systems through interactive displays where visitors can spin wheels demonstrating metamorphosis and lift flaps explaining arthropod characteristics. The Rock State Prison presents infamous bugs like mosquitos and fleas, while Top Cops showcases carnivorous insects that help control pest populations.

Computer-based games throughout the museum test visitors’ knowledge in an engaging format. The WBug Radio exhibit demonstrates how various insects communicate with each other, adding another dimension to the educational experience.

The Rubber Tree Plant exhibit shows ant colonies at work, demonstrating their natural teamwork through live observation monitors. Nearby, the Mud Tube lets visitors crawl through and experience a termite’s underground perspective. This physical interaction helps children better understand insect habitats and behaviors.

Additional sections include the Creepy Cavern with its collection of tarantulas bearing unique names, and the Hive Airport focusing on honeybees and their behaviors. The Insectropolis Zoo features seasonal live arthropod displays that change throughout the year, providing new experiences for returning visitors.

While appealing to all ages, the museum has particular resonance with children. The single-floor layout ensures stroller accessibility throughout, making it convenient for families with young children. Admission costs $12 per person, with children under 2 admitted free.

To learn more about exhibits, operating hours, and upcoming events at Insectropolis, visit their website at https://insectropolis.com/

Contact Info: Name: Chris KoernerEmail: Send EmailOrganization: InsectropolisAddress: 1761 Lakewood Rd 1761 Lakewood Rd, Toms River, NJ 08755, United StatesWebsite: https://insectropolis.com/

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