The Houston Zoo is prepared to protect animals from the cold by staffing a 70-person crew to ride out the weekend.

A winter storm expected to bring freezing temperatures and ice will move into the Houston region Saturday is prompting some ...

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 ...

Houston museums and other attractions offer free admission on select days, with some always free. Here's where and when to ...

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 is taking major steps to protect its animals as freezing weather approaches.

HOUSTON — The Houston Zoo is kicking off 2026 with a series of habitat upgrades and concessions improvements aimed at enhancing animal well-being and elevating the guest experience. The multi-year ...

HOUSTON (KTRK) -- Smaug, the Houston Zoo's 17-year-old Komodo dragon was euthanized on Tuesday. The zoo says the decision was made after scans showed a severe lumbar spinal cord compression. The ...

Walking around the Houston Zoo or playing in Hermann Park all day works up an appetite. While I've been known to pack ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- If you are wanting to spend the night at the Houston Zoo for "Zoo Overnights," registration is now open. Children will get to learn more about how animals live after dark. The ...

Houston Zoo welcomed soccer athletes with disabilities and their families for special access tours, exhibits and meet-and-greets. The zoo welcomed 900 individuals, including athletes, coaches and ...