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Action for Apes Challenge

Through April 2019

FROGuary

February 1 - February 28

Educator Day

Saturday, February 9
9:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m

Flock: Beastly Brunch

Sunday, Feb. 10, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Age 21+ Only

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See some of your favorite Houston Zoo residents in a whole new way by booking an Animal Encounter or a Behind the Scenes Experience.

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Book a trip with us to exotic destinations, observe wild creatures in their natural habitats, and experience local cultures.

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Your adoption helps the care and feeding of that animal and supports education and conservation programs at the Houston Zoo.

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Sea Lion Keeper Inspires Nephew to Start a Wildlife-Saving Reusable Straw Company
January 17, 2019

Sea Lion Keeper Inspires Nephew to Start a Wildlife-Saving Reusable Straw Company
The Zoo Crew Experience
January 2, 2019

The Zoo Crew Experience
2018 Saving Wildlife Successes
January 1, 2019

2018 Saving Wildlife Successes
Updated: Sunday, January 20th

Daily Schedule

  1. Get to Know Giraffes

  2. 2:00 PM

    Feed the Giraffes (Dependent on Weather/Giraffes)

  3. Toro's Training Camp
  4. 2:30 PM

    Featured Feathers - Kookabura
  5. 3:30 PM

    Song of the Siamang
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