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News from the Houston Zoo

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!

Remembering Zamir the Zebu
February 6, 2026

Remembering Zamir the Zebu

Born at the Houston Zoo, Zamir the zebu spent all 21 years of his life here, cared for by our dedicated animal care and veterinary teams. As he aged, Zamir experienced a gradual…
Houston Zoo Prepares for Winter Storm Fern
January 23, 2026

Houston Zoo Prepares for Winter Storm Fern
Houston Zoo Begins Multi-Year Africa Habitat Upgrades
January 8, 2026

Houston Zoo Begins Multi-Year Africa Habitat Upgrades
A Recap of our 2025 Saving Wildlife Symposium
January 7, 2026

A Recap of our 2025 Saving Wildlife Symposium
Our Top 10 Memorable Moments of 2025
December 30, 2025

Our Top 10 Memorable Moments of 2025
Saving Whooping Cranes in the Wild
December 3, 2025

Saving Whooping Cranes in the Wild
In Loving Memory of Chimpanzee Charlie
October 29, 2025

In Loving Memory of Chimpanzee Charlie
A Celebration of Life at Houston Zoo
October 28, 2025

A Celebration of Life at Houston Zoo
Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week
October 16, 2025

Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week
Oh my Gourd! Zoo Boo is Back!
September 26, 2025

Oh my Gourd! Zoo Boo is Back!
Who’s New at the Houston Zoo
September 19, 2025

Who’s New at the Houston Zoo
Recapping our Summer Conservation Intern Program
September 18, 2025

Recapping our Summer Conservation Intern Program
Remembering Red Panda, Také
August 14, 2025

Remembering Red Panda, Také
Tiny Tapir, Big Personality
August 8, 2025

Tiny Tapir, Big Personality
A Celebration of Inclusion
August 5, 2025

A Celebration of Inclusion
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