A Baird's tapir, similar to this tapir, was born July 23 at the Houston Zoo as part of the zoo’s plan for genetic diversity. When people visit their local zoo, they often expect the animals to be well ...

Police are investigating possible vandalism at the Houston Zoo after workers discovered that someone had deliberately cut a four-inch gap in the mesh that covers a habitat for brown pelicans. The ...

The Houston Zoo had to say goodbye to the oldest orangutan at the facility after she died unexpectedly. Cheyenne, who was 52 years old, had an emergency veterinary examination Sunday morning after she ...

The Houston Zoo announced the newest member of the African giraffe subspecies after the mother gave birth during the weekend. The male Masai giraffe named Tino was born 160 pounds and six feet tall in ...

Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Houston Zoo with dragon dances, photo spots, and animal chats. Included with regular zoo ...

In the early morning hours of the day after the U.S election, a baby jaguar was born at the Houston Zoo. Vida, the zoo’s female jaguar, gave birth to a yet-to-be-named male cub on Nov. 6. A healthy ...

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 been an ...

You can now experience the archipelago’s unique wildlife, including tortoises, penguins, sea lions, and more. Courtesy Houston Zoo; Photo: Daniel Ortiz for the Houston Zoo The Houston Zoo is paying ...

HOUSTON — As the temperatures begin to climb in Houston, animals at the Houston Zoo have to find ways to keep their bodies cool. They can't do that on their own, so they get a little help. To enrich ...

HOUSTON, Texas (WPVI) -- The Houston Zoo was forced to evacuate its chimpanzee habitat Monday morning after one of the animals smashed an interior panel of glass. KTRK-TV reports, zookeepers rushed to ...

The Houston Zoo has added a state-of-the-art CT machine to its veterinary hospital, which will improve care for the animals ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The Houston Zoo is moving into its next phase of reopening after opening its doors to the public back in June. In the next phase, that started on Monday, guests will be able ...