MONROE — After a brief revival last fall, The Reptile Zoo just east of Monroe closed permanently at the end of Monday. Now, the animals are on the move.
A Burmese python named Spot has been named the new Prezoodent at the Utica Zoo after winning the 2026 election.
Utica Zoo’s 2026 PreZOOdential election has officially come to an end, and they are excited to announce that their fourth ever PreZOOdent is Spot, the Burmese python.
The Reptile Zoo, a longtime roadside attraction along U.S. Highway 2 in Monroe, will close permanently on Monday, Feb. 16, marking the end of a 30-year run.
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