What happens if an animal escapes from the Houston Zoo? Inside the emergency response plan
The Houston Zoo has never had an escaped animal threaten visitors, but that doesn't mean staffers and volunteers aren't ...
He’s been growing behind the scenes — Now, Houston Zoo guests can see him
Rojo has been growing stronger and more independent, preparing for the moment when zoo visitors could finally catch a glimpse of him.
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Beloved Houston Zoo exhibit to close after 61 years, animal relocations planned
HOUSTON — The Houston Zoo has announced that an exhibit that's been around for over six decades is closing soon. The Carruth Natural Encounters building has provided countless memories and has ...
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52-year-old orangutan at the Houston Zoo dies suddenly
An integral member of the Houston Zoo family for nearly three decades, Cheyenne first arrived at the zoo at the age of 21 and quickly captured the hearts of staff and visitors. "Cheyenne was a ...
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Houston Zoo mourns sudden loss of 'intelligent and strong-willed' orangutan, Cheyenne
Cheyenne arrived at the Houston Zoo when she was 21 and quickly became a favorite among staff and visitors with her "intelligent and strong-willed" personality. Despite being the zoo's oldest ...
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Flamingos in the snow? See how Houston Zoo animals explored their suddenly-snowy habitats
Tuesday's rare wintery landscape saw elephants roughhousing in the fresh powder and a flamboyance of flamingos clustered in their now-snowy outdoor habitat — though only Houston Zoo staff bore ...
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Houston Zoo’s jaguar cub Rojo steals hearts just in time for Valentine’s Day
HOUSTON — Love is in the air at the Houston ... As he continues stealing the hearts of Zoo staff, the three-month-old male jaguar has been gaining confidence, growing stronger, and more ...