Jungle Habitat is described as haunted due to stories of escaped animals, their decaying carcasses left to rot, and the lingering spirits of animals that died in the park. The abandoned park's overgrown grounds are a known hangout for locals and "urban explorers," and whispers of paranormal activity are common, with some people reporting encounters with strange creatures or animal spirits. After the park closed, rumors claimed that some animals escaped into the surrounding wilderness, possibly including lions, baboons, and wolves. Newspapers and local accounts reported that animal carcasses, including those of an elephant, were left to decompose in the woods. The conjunction of escaped animals and their suffering led to beliefs that their spirits, and those of other animals that died there, haunt the former theme park. Visitors report seeing strange lights, hearing unexplained noises, or feeling uneasy presences on the abandoned grounds. While less about ghosts, locals still report sightings of non-native animals, which some attribute to descendants of the escaped Jungle Habitat animals. The area around Jungle Habitat also features in other local legends, including stories of witchcraft and satanic activity, though these are not directly tied to the park itself.