Our Asian Palm Civet (Paradoxurus hermaphroditus) named 'Eisbär' belongs to the family of Viverridae. Sometimes this species is called Palm Civets - a name, that is often used for the whole subfamily Paradoxurinae . Local peoples here call this cute animals 'Musang'.

The HERPAWORLD WILDLIFE RESCUE CENTER is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of injured and orphaned wildlife. Located at the Paradise Zoo, it is managed by the Zoological Institute of HerpaWorld and cares for all types of mammals, birds and Reptiles. In existence since January of 2003, a wide variety of native wildlife has been helped and released. Although the numbers increase each year as more and more people are aware of the sanctuary, approximately 450 to 500 animals are treated yearly, with the greatest percentage of these being orphaned babies who would otherwise perish.

Dependent upon the generosity of a caring public, Wildlife Rescue survives through donations - both monetary and material - from neighbors and friends. We are not supported by the Government.

Eisbär arrived as orphan in our rescue center, half dead he was... he starved..  and he suffers on heavily dehydration... While the greater expense is in the rearing and housing of orphans (due to the cost of special formulae, possible medical costs, and required caging), being a sanctuary, there is a continuing feeding program as these “babies' mature into adulthood.

Volunteers are always welcomed to assist with the daily routine of caring for the animals including cage building, cage cleaning, exercising injured animals, feeding the animals and general maintenance.

Many wildlife patients come to us as a result of human cruelty or thoughtlessness. We provide a resource to the public for education to understand and respect wildlife and the factors that affect their survival.  Our volunteers work with national and regional agencies and other private organizations to reduce, and, whenever possible, eliminate manmade hazards to wildlife.

Our volunteers offer educational opportunities to both children and adults (including internships) and partner with local school systems to bring an appreciation of wildlife and our environment to the next generation.