HOUSTON — The Houston Zoo over the weekend opened its first insectarium in the park's 92-year history, featuring some exotic and venomous species in more than two dozen custom habitats that make up ...

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 — In celebration of 713 Day, the Houston Zoo is offering visitors a chance to explore the Zoo for just $7.13 on Saturday, July 12, and Sunday, July 13. This special weekend admission reflects ...

One of the Houston Zoo's oldest and most beloved institutions is closing in spring because of its aging infrastructure, according to an announcement this week. Zoo officials announced on social media ...

The Houston Zoo will reopen its doors for the first time since Hurricane Harvey, offering discounted tickets to provide a "place for families and communities to gather and find respite." Tickets at ...

HOUSTON, Texas -- The Houston Zoo is closed because of the COVID-19 outbreak, but the staff is still hard at work bringing the animals to you! Every weekday, they host live keeper chats on Facebook.