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News from the Houston Zoo keepers and staff about new animals, new construction and features as well as the many project we are working on to help save animals in the wild!

Houston Zoo Mourns the Loss of Beloved Jaguar, Tesoro
June 27, 2025

Houston Zoo Mourns the Loss of Beloved Jaguar, Tesoro

On Friday morning, the Houston Zoo said goodbye to 11-year-old jaguar, Tesoro, after he struggled to recover from a serious leg injury. Six weeks after surgery, Tesoro’s condition took a turn for the…
Cool Treats and Splashy Feats
June 18, 2025

Cool Treats and Splashy Feats
Thai Celebrates A Milestone Birthday
June 16, 2025

Thai Celebrates A Milestone Birthday
A New Chapter for the Houston Zoo: Joining Our Vibrant City
June 11, 2025

A New Chapter for the Houston Zoo: Joining Our Vibrant City
The Ultimate Summer Guide at Houston Zoo ☀️
June 10, 2025

The Ultimate Summer Guide at Houston Zoo ☀️
From Our Dad to Yours
June 10, 2025

From Our Dad to Yours
Houston Zoo Conservation Partners Win Whitley Fund for Nature Awards
May 20, 2025

Houston Zoo Conservation Partners Win Whitley Fund for Nature Awards
Saving Endangered Species in Texas
May 16, 2025

Saving Endangered Species in Texas
Wild About Mom
May 9, 2025

Wild About Mom
A Wild Success
April 18, 2025

A Wild Success
Houston Zoo Names Lisa Peterson New President and CEO
April 2, 2025

Houston Zoo Names Lisa Peterson New President and CEO
Houston Zoo Staff and Volunteers Give a Whoop
March 26, 2025

Houston Zoo Staff and Volunteers Give a Whoop
It’s a Shell-abration
March 12, 2025

It’s a Shell-abration
Spring Break is Here! Are you Ready?
March 7, 2025

Spring Break is Here! Are you Ready?
International Women’s Day with our Conservation Partners
March 6, 2025

International Women’s Day with our Conservation Partners
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