It’s looking like the COVID pandemic may be claiming another victim, one that has been entertaining audiences and tourists for the past 30 years.

The Reptile Zoo in Monroe, Washington , is looking to shut its doors in October due to financial issues.

The Legacy of Washington’s Reptile Zoo

Reported on earlier this week by King5.com , the infamous zoo, home of Baskar the albino alligator and Pete and Repete (the two-headed turtle), and more than 100 other animals, is looking to close on October 18th unless something changes.

How COVID Changed Visitor Habits in Washington

I used to be adventurous and go visit and explore new things. I went to a Kangaroo Zoo here in Washington for my birthday back in October of 2019, and had plans to visit the Reptile Zoo the following year,

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