The Houston Zoo saves animals in the wild by partnering with likeminded 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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Sea Lion Keeper Inspires Nephew to Start a Wildlife-Saving Reusable Straw Company
Hi, my name is Grayson Hawkins, and I started Your fabulous Reusable Straw Company. How did I figure out about the importance of reusable straws? My Aunt Heather, who is a sea lion…
Meet Wildlife Heroes Aaron and Chris at the SCF SOS Event Tomorrow!
Meet Wildlife Heroes Amanda, DeAndra and Dr. Maryanne at the SCF SOS Event this Saturday!
I Am a Pollinator Pal
Meet Wildlife Heroes Melissa, Sydney and Ariel at the SCF SOS Event this Saturday!
2018 Saving Wildlife Successes
A few of our achievements in 2018
We released 1,082,000 Houston Toad eggs
into the wild in 2018. This program is saving this rare Texas toad from extinction.
224 Attwater's Prairie Chickens
were released into the wild. 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 131 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:
Six Ways You Can Take Action
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