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First person: Animal enthusiast

CNJ staff photo: Liliana Castillo Cody Machen, Hillcrest Park Zoo keeper, was bit by the venomous gila monster, but wouldn’t let himself be afraid to hold it.

Zookeeper Cody Machen has always loved reptiles and had them as pets as a child. Mach...