Geckos and iguanas and pythons, oh my! The Santa Barbara Zoo is opening a new space this week dedicated to tropical creatures ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - It’s heating up at the Santa Barbara Zoo. But not because of the weather. A brand-new exhibit called ...

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One of Santa Barbara’s most iconic charitable events, Zoofari Ball invites guests to experience the Zoo like never before – under the stars in celestial style. This year’s theme celebrates the ...