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Shoebill Storks in their new exhibit

Shoebill Storks

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For the first time in its 88-year history the Houston Zoo is home to shoebill storks. Currently only three other Zoos in the United States...

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Toad Trackers

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Photos of Toad Trackers field experiences!

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DINOSAURS! photo album

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DINOSARS! have invaded the Houston Zoo adn are staying all summer long!

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Houston Zoo Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

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On April 26th, Houston Zoo held its annual volunteer appreciation event, an opportunity for Houston Zoo senior staff to show their ...

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Baylor's First Day Out

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With mom Shanti and Auntie Methai the matriarch of the herd, Baylor at one week old ventured to the outdoor exhibit for the first time.

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Houston Zoo's Giant Pacific Octopus

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The Giant Pacific octopus, Octopus dofleini, the largest species of octopus in the world, is found in the Pacific Ocean along the North...

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Camp Zoofari at Houston Zoo

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Camp Zoofari is an action-packed, hands-on, week-long day camp for kids ages 4-12. Kids learn about the natural world, wildlife...

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Fall Webworm Caterpillar at Houston Zoo

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This morning, while walking through the Zoo, I noticed a caterpillar walking along the top rail of the Butterfly Garden fence. I...

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Asian Elephant Shanti Gets A Baby Shower

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Shanti, the Houston Zoos 19-year-old Asian elephant is expecting a big delivery this spring. On Sunday, March 28, guests and zoo staff...

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2010 Pongos Helping Pongos Art Show

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**new photos uploaded 6/25/10***The 4th Pongos Helping Pongos Art Event was held at the G Gallery on March 27th. This very special evening...

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Green

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Happy St. Patrick's Day! Are you wearing your green? Here is a look at some Houston Zoo animals that show off St. Patty's green every...

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Tweets in Space

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Friday February 26, 2010, we brought the sights and sounds of space to the Houston Zoo. It was an evening of learning, food, drink,...

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Houston Zoo Ambassadors Winter Gala 2010

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February 3, 2010....Nearly 200 guests found a cure for their cold weather cabin fever when the Houston Zoo hosted the inaugural Ambassadors...