The Houston Zoo saves animals in the wild by partnering with like-minded programs and organizations. We recognize that protecting our natural world is a collective task and we look for every opportunity to strengthen our impact. We support long-term solutions that promote harmony between animals and people.
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5 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
As we countdown to Earth Day this Friday, April 22, we’re sharing five easy ways you can make a positive impact and help the environment and wildlife. 1. Turn the Lights Out Each…
The Zoo’s Pantanal Conservation Partner Receives Prestigious Wildlife Award
Help Us Save Animals for Global Recycling Day
Happy International Women’s Day
Global Supply Chain Issues Delay Opening of Houston Zoo Exhibit
Houston Zoo Great Horned Owl Receives Extraordinary Care
A few of our achievements in 2018
We released 899,700 Houston Toad eggs
into the wild in 2020. This program is saving this rare Texas toad from extinction.
57 Attwater's Prairie Chickens
were released into the wild in 2020. The effort is saving this rare Texas bird from extinction.
52 Monarch Butterflies
received tracking tags to help protect their lengthy annual migration.
Provided Medical Care
for 50 stranded or injured wild sea turtles living on the Texas coast.
Take Action to Help Save Animals in the Wild
Every time you visit the Houston Zoo, a portion of your ticket proceeds go towards saving animals in the wild. Here are just a few more ways to take action and protect wildlife:
