Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo

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by Robert Linsdell from St. Andrews, Canada

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The Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo, located in Hilo, Hawaii, is a unique 12-acre zoo set within a lush tropical rainforest. It is the only zoo in the United States situated in a rainforest, providing a captivating environment for both visitors and the animals that reside there. The zoo is home to over 80 species of animals, including endangered species and those native to Hawaii. Notable residents include Namaste, a white Bengal tiger, and a variety of exotic birds, reptiles, and amphibians. The Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo also features beautiful botanical gardens, showcasing an array of tropical plants and flowers.

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