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A black-handed spider monkey hangs from his enclosure at the Honolulu Zoo, Feb. 10, 2014. The monkeys got their name from their long limbs and gripping tails. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Suzanna Knotts) - A black-handed spider monkey hangs from his enclosure at the Honolulu Zoo, Feb. 10, 2014. The monkeys got their name from their long limbs and gripping tails. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Suzanna Knotts)

Honolulu Zoo: Wild about giving back

The Honolulu Zoo, located between the slopes of Diamond Head and Waikiki on Kapahulu Avenue in Queen Kapiolani Park, is dedicated to conserving wildlife and offering a valuable experience for the community to enjoy. Animal lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike can become involved in its mission by volunteering to ensure the zoo remains an important place for people and wildlife to interact.

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Jessica, a dog for adoption at the Hawaiian Humane Society, relaxes after a walk with volunteer Petty Officer 3rd Class Timothy Malaihollo, a hospital corpsman of the Naval Health Clinic Hawaii Kaneohe Bay branch, Dec. 14, 2013. The Hawaiian Humane So¬ciety, located in Honolulu, has been rescuing approxi¬mately 25,000 animals a year since 1942. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Suzanna Knotts) - Jessica, a dog for adoption at the Hawaiian Humane Society, relaxes after a walk with volunteer Petty Officer 3rd Class Timothy Malaihollo, a hospital corpsman of the Naval Health Clinic Hawaii Kaneohe Bay branch, Dec. 14, 2013. The Hawaiian Humane So¬ciety, located in Honolulu, has been rescuing approxi¬mately 25,000 animals a year since 1942. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Suzanna Knotts)

Hawaiian Humane Society: Give back all year long

The homeless, hungry and elderly are just a few of many in need throughout the year.

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Base pet regulations: Keep Fido, Kitty safe

Marine Corps installations have pet regulations which base residents must follow.

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Sea Life Park trainer Kaycie Merrihew and Uilani the sea lion perform during the Kolohe Kai Sea Lion Show during the USO Hawaii’s “Twilight Tribute to the Troops” at Sea Life Park, June 15, 2013. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janelle Y. Chapman) - Sea Life Park trainer Kaycie Merrihew and Uilani the sea lion perform during the Kolohe Kai Sea Lion Show during the USO Hawaii’s “Twilight Tribute to the Troops” at Sea Life Park, June 15, 2013. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janelle Y. Chapman)

‘Twilight Tribute to the Troops’ brings families together

USO Hawaii hosts "Twilight Tribute to the Troops," an exclusive event for service members, at Sea Life Park, with activities, giveaways and shows.

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U.S. Marines and civilians pose for a group photo after installing a water guzzler near the X-Ray Impact Area on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 15, 2022. Water guzzlers have been a vital part of animal conservation since the early years of Camp Pendleton. There are 19 endangered species on Camp Pendleton that rely on the water guzzlers each day in order to maintain a healthy population. - U.S. Marines and civilians pose for a group photo after installing a water guzzler near the X-Ray Impact Area on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 15, 2022. Water guzzlers have been a vital part of animal conservation since the early years of Camp Pendleton. There are 19 endangered species on Camp Pendleton that rely on the water guzzlers each day in order to maintain a healthy population.

Camp Pendleton installs water guzzler for animal conservation

As the world becomes more industrialized and the Californian countryside becomes increasingly crowded, habitats for many local animals are at greater risk from natural disasters and urbanization. To combat this threat, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton has developed several programs to safeguard the multitude of endangered species that call the base home. One such initiative is Camp Pendleton’s wildlife Water Guzzler Program...

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