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HOUSTON ZOO ANNOUNCES BIRTH OF PRAIRIE DOGS

Release Date: 9-May-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Animal News

Media Note: JPEG images of the prairie dog pups may be seen on the Houston Zoo’s Web site at http://www.houstonzoo.org/en/photos/albums/v/23 and are available for your unrestricted use via e-mail. Media wishing to shoot video or still images of the pups may contact Brian Hill at 281-380-5232. (HOUSTON) May 9, 2008 … They’re cute, adorable, furry and oh so quick. They’re the newest arrivals at the Houston Zoo – three black-tailed prairie... More on HOUSTON ZOO ANNOUNCES BIRTH OF PRAIRIE...

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GET BEAR AWARE AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 9-May-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

Bear Awareness Day is Saturday, May 17

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HOUSTON ZOO AND GREEN MOUNTAIN ENERGY COMPANY CELEBRATE EARTH DAY BY FLIPPING SWITCH FOR NEW SOLAR ARRAY

Release Date: 24-Apr-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Zoo News

Solar Array first for animal exhibit at a Texas Zoo Solar Array first for animal exhibit at a Texas Zoo

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LEMONADE DAY LEMONADE CONTEST

Release Date: 22-Apr-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

50 Houston-area children will set up colorful lemonate stands along the Houston Zoo Reflection Pool and compete for the title of "Best Lemonade."

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GET GREEN ON EARTH DAY AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 8-Apr-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

It’s a Party for the Planet and you’re invited! Featuring FREE electronics recycling drop-off from Sony and Waste Management

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RARE MONKEY BORN AT HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 1-Apr-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Animal News

First Birth of Schmidt’s Red Tailed Guenon at Houston Zoo in 29 Years

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HOUSTON ZOO ORANGUTANS AND ELEPHANTS

Release Date: 10-Mar-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

“Pongos Helping Pongos: Paintings by Orangutans for Orangutans”

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AZA GRANTS ACCREDITATION TO HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 7-Mar-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Zoo News

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today announced that the Houston Zoo was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission.

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The National Elephant Center unveils a bold new initiative for global elephant conservation

Release Date: 7-Feb-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill

HOUSTON (Feb.7, 2008) — A new model for excellence in elephant care and conservation is a reality today as The National Elephant Center announced plans to create a national elephant conservation center in central Florida made possible, in part, by Waste Management’s involvement. The facility will be under construction for several months with the first elephants expected to arrive in 2009. “Elephants are among our most endangered animals... More on The National Elephant Center unveils a...

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GO “WILD FOR LOVE” AT THE HOUSTON ZOO’S VALENTINE’S DINNER

Release Date: 16-Jan-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

(HOUSTON) January 16, 2008 … For some birds, choosing a mate has a lot do to with which guy has the best nest construction skills. For sea horses and some cranes it’s all about the dance. And for male crocodiles it’s who is best at blowing bubbles in the water. Explore the world of animal mating and dating and have a naturally wild Valentine’s Day when you bring your sweetheart to the Houston Zoo’s “Wild for Love” Valentine’s event on... More on GO “WILD FOR LOVE” AT THE HOUSTON ZOO’S...

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HOUSTON ZOO HOSTS 2008 TEXAS WILDLIFE DIVERSITY CONFERENCE

Release Date: 11-Jan-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

Carter Smith Opens Three Day Conference

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RING IN THE YEAR OF THE FROG WITH THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 8-Jan-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

Explore the Global Amphibian Crisis When the Zoo Lecture Series Continues Thursday, January 31

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12 DAYS OF HOLIDAY GIVING AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 29-Nov-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Zoo News

Give a Gift and Get a Gift December 12 – 24, 2007

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HAVE BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 14-Nov-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

Join Santa and His Special Guests Saturday, December 15 and 22

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HOUSTON ZOO HAS UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS FOR HOLIDAY GIVING

Release Date: 13-Nov-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Holiday Gift Ideas

Give the Gift of Light and Unique Animal Art This Holiday Season

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SIFAKAS BOUNCE INTO NEW EXHIBIT AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 7-Nov-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Animal News

BOING! BOING! BOING! SIFAKAS BOUNCE INTO NEW EXHIBIT AT THE HOUSTON ZOO Media Note: Corrects typo in About Madagascar graph. Media wishing to arrange photo opportunities may contact Brian Hill at 713-533-6531 (voice), 281-380-5232 (cell). (HOUSTON) November 7, 2007 … Remember the pogo-stick? Decades ago children could be found bouncing their way across America’s sidewalks like spring-loaded kangaroos. Now imagine living in a... More on SIFAKAS BOUNCE INTO NEW EXHIBIT AT THE...

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HOUSTON ZOO PRESENTS THE ALL NEW ZOO BOO

Release Date: 12-Oct-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

This year, be afraid; be very afraid – that you might miss the all new Zoo Boo!

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COME HUNGRY AND FEAST WITH OUR BEASTS AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 24-Sep-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

Media Note: High resolution color Feast with the Beasts graphics are available via e-mail or FTP retrieval. Media covering Feast with the Beasts the day of the event may enter the Zoo at Gate One at 1513 N. MacGregor. For more information, please contact Brian Hill at 713-533-6531 (voice) or 281-380-5232 (cell). (HOUSTON) September 19, 2007 … The Houston Zoo brings back its most anticipated culinary event. Join us Friday October... More on COME HUNGRY AND FEAST WITH OUR BEASTS...

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RARE RED BIRD OF PARADISE HATCHED AT HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 24-Sep-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Animal News

Media Note: A high resolution JPEG image of the chick is available for your unrestricted use. Please contact Brian Hill for delivery options. (HOUSTON) September 13, 2007 … A rare red bird of paradise is being raised by its mother at the Houston Zoo. The chick hatched in the Zoo’s off exhibit breeding area following an incubation period of 17 days. The chick fledged 17 days after hatching. The breeding is the first at the Zoo since... More on RARE RED BIRD OF PARADISE HATCHED AT...

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HE’S NOT JUST A TON OF FUN MAC THE BABY ELEPHANT IS ALSO TURNING A YEAR OLD

Release Date: 24-Sep-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Zoo News

Join the Houston Zoo for his BIG birthday bash!

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