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Which animal at Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo was voted the favorite in Big Island Now’s poll?

Jake, the red-tailed boa, finished last in Big Island Now’s latest poll that asked: What is your favorite animal at Hilo’s Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo? But which animal finished first?

Tiger Fun Day at Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo in Hilo with Bengals celebrating 8th birthdays

The Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens in Hilo is celebrating the 8th birthdays of Bengal tigers Tzatziki and Sriracha on July 22 during “Tiger Fun Day.”

‘Alalā Project to Send Two Hawaiian Crow to Big Island Zoo

The partners of The ‘Alalā Project have attempted to reintroduce ‘alalā into native forests, after the last bird in the wild was spotted decades ago.

Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo Named Best in State

Reader’s Digest has named the County of Hawai‘i’s Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo the best zoo in the State of Hawai‘i, as part of a review of zoos around the United States.

Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo to Celebrate Tiger’s Birthday

Friends of the Zoo will host a Tiger Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 1.

HFI to Hold ‘Hawaiian Hale Building’ Workshop

The Hawai’i Forest Institute will hold a traditional Hawaiian hale building workshop on Saturday, May 16.

P&R Battle Against Fire Ants Continues

The Hawai’i County Parks and Recreation Department continues its ongoing efforts to fight fire ants.

Big Island’s Weekend: Breadfruit, Ho’olaulea, Tiger Birthday

Before we jettison September and slide headlong into the season of ghouls, overeating and gift giving, savor this last weekend of calm before the frenzy.