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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!

Plan the Perfect Spring Break at Houston Zoo
March 3, 2026

Plan the Perfect Spring Break at Houston Zoo

Spring Break is almost here! We’ve got your family-friendly plans covered with a Zoo visit. We’ll be open regular hours from 9am to 5pm, with last entry at 4pm. Get the 411 on your Zoo trip with our tips below.  1.…
2025 Conservation Successes
February 20, 2026

2025 Conservation Successes
Houston Zoo Advances Animal Care with Brand-New CT Machine
February 12, 2026

Houston Zoo Advances Animal Care with Brand-New CT Machine
Lunar New Year at Houston Zoo🏮
February 10, 2026

Lunar New Year at Houston Zoo🏮
Remembering Zamir the Zebu
February 6, 2026

Remembering Zamir the Zebu
Houston Zoo Prepares for Winter Storm Fern
January 23, 2026

Houston Zoo Prepares for Winter Storm Fern
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
Zoo Ball 2025: Enchanted Forests
October 30, 2025

Zoo Ball 2025: Enchanted Forests
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
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