The Zoo and Enbridge Energy Company

Young dialysis patients from Texas Children’s had an overnight stay at the Zoo thanks in part to Enbridge Energy Company.

DINOSAURS extended to October 31!

Due to overwhelming popularity, DINOSAURS! will remain at the Houston Zoo through the end of October. DINOSAURS! is just $2 per person with regular Zoo admission.

Meet the Staff of the Houston Zoo

Did you know that there are over 300 Houston Zoo employees? Every Saturday you can read a new blog post highlighting a staff member and learn about their job.

Grandparent's Month

GRANDPARENT'S DAY is September 12 but we're celebrating all month long! We have special opportunities and offers just for Grandparent members so you can join in all the fun.

Feast with the Beasts Pre-Sale Begin Sept. 7

Tickets for the Fall 2010 Feast with the Beasts will go on sale on September 7, 2010, Subscribe to the our e-mail newsletter to get information on how to purchase tickets early.

Houston Zoo Daily News

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Sea Lions will be off exhibit from August 30-September 9.
The flamingo chicks are continuing their daily walk to the flamingo pond at 10:45am

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Wild Events and Activities at the Houston Zoo

Member Mornings, Ankole Cattle

Member Mornings offer you a chance to hear from one of our Zoo’s experts and gain professional insight about a select animal resident or area of the Houston Zoo.

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Photo Day, September 25

Photography enthusiasts - come out to the Houston Zoo on Saturday, September 25 at 7:00 a.m. and capture images of the Zoo’s animals and lush landscaping 2 hours before our normal opening time.

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Wildlife Lecture Series Begins on Oct. 13

The Houston Zoo’s 2010 Call of the Wild Speaker Series will begin again on October 13th, 2010 with an exciting lineup of guest speakers.

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Dinosaurs! Open till October 31!

From the mighty T-Rex and plated Stegosaurus to the massive Brachiosaurus and horned Triceratops, these dinosaurs will evoke wonder, mystery, and fun for every person who dares to stand face-to-face with these prehistoric beasts.

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Feast with the Beasts, November 5 at 7 p.m.

The Houston Zoo's 5th Annual food, beer & wine celebration featuring special music guest The Spin Doctors! Tickets go on pre-sale September 7.

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Travel to Africa - No Passport Needed

Chimpanzees, rhinos, and giraffes - while the new African Forest will have its fair share of awe-inspiring animals, it isn’t just about magnificent wildlife and beautiful habitats. It’s about people, and the wonderful, rich cultures that we all can share.

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Houston Zoo Television

Get a look at the assembly of our DINOSAURS exhibit, which will be at the Zoo through the end of October. (See more videos on the Houston Zoo YouTube Channel.)

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