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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!

Extraordinary Animal Bonds
August 1, 2025

Extraordinary Animal Bonds

Houston Zoo Celebrates International Day of Friendship This International Day of Friendship, Houston Zoo is highlighting some of its inspiring animal friendships. From the African forest to the McNair Asian elephant bull yard,…
Celebrating 40 Years with Primates Keeper Ron
July 16, 2025

Celebrating 40 Years with Primates Keeper Ron
Rare and Remarkable New Addition
July 2, 2025

Rare and Remarkable New Addition
From Head to Tail: A Vet Exam with our Komodo Dragon
July 1, 2025

From Head to Tail: A Vet Exam with our Komodo Dragon
Houston Zoo Mourns the Loss of Beloved Jaguar, Tesoro
June 27, 2025

Houston Zoo Mourns the Loss of Beloved Jaguar, Tesoro
Cool Treats and Splashy Feats
June 18, 2025

Cool Treats and Splashy Feats
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
On the Mend and Making Progress
June 4, 2025

On the Mend and Making Progress
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
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