Houston Zoo

Happy National Veterinary Technician Week! Our vet techs are an integral part of Houston Zoo’s animal health team. Some of their daily responsibilities include drawing blood, dental care, interpreting blood films, and so much more. Special shout out to our vet techs Jennifer, Katie, Jessica, and Tami for all of their hard work! 💚

Congratulations are in order! Your Houston Zoo recently received five Top Honors awards at the 2024 The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Annual Conference. This remarkable accomplishment underscores our commitment to conservation, education, sustainability, and inclusion, setting a new standard for zoological institutions worldwide. Read more: bit.ly/3Y8x4cm

TXU Energy presents Zoo Lights tickets are NOW on sale! Don’t miss the most festive time of the year at Houston Zoo from Nov. 22-Jan. 5. Enjoy dazzling light displays, sip hot cocoa, snap the perfect family photos, and so much more: bit.ly/3zYwsxP Plus, enjoy our next 21+ event, Sip & Sparkle on Thursday, Nov. 21 as you explore the Zoo after hours and taste wine from different regions around the world.

You can help save birds during fall migration by turning out your lights from 11pm to 6am now until Nov. 30, with peak migration happening until Oct. 29. Bright lights can cause confusion and collision with windows. Birds from all over the world travel through Houston during their migration. Houston is on an international route for migrating birds, with a billion birds flying through our night skies each migration season. #WorldMigratoryBirdDay

Our hearts go out to all of our fellow Zoos and Aquariums impacted by Hurricane Milton. We're thinking of your dedicated staff, the communities around you, and the animals that rely on your care. From one Zoo family to another, we're sending strength, encouragement, and hope for your recovery efforts. The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Clearwater Marine Aquarium The Florida Aquarium Lemur Conservation Foundation Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens ZooTampa at Lowry Park

Every day is #InternationalZookeeperDay in our books! Shout out to our amazing keepers for caring for our animals and sharing their updates with viewers at home. Tell us what animals you’d like to see featured!

Pssst... something sweet is happening at the Zoo tomorrow! 🍪 Our friends at Michael’s Cookie Jar are hosting a scavenger hunt from 9am-2pm, plus handing out sweet treats just in time for the start of Zoo Boo presented by King & Spalding. Guests will also have the chance to win gift cards from Michael’s Cookie Jar.

Meet Theodore, or Theo for short! He resides in our African Savanna inside of our brand-new Birds of the World exhibit. You can spot him and his partner, Ellie, on exhibit with a variety of birds native to Africa. Theo is 17 years old, which also makes him the oldest bird in our African aviary. You wouldn't know it since he can actively be seen exploring his habitat and looking for his favorite—crickets. Hear more from Birds Keeper Brian!

Excited about animals and conservation? Join our team! Don’t miss our Career Fair this Wed, Sept. 25. We’re looking for full-time and seasonal employees to join our Admissions, Rangers, and Grounds & Housekeeping teams. More details: bit.ly/4etc6eP

🐯 🦒 🦍 Looking for a new favorite animal plush to take home during your next Zoo visit? We’ve got you covered! You can now trade in an old or unused animal plush and get 15% off select styles of Wild Republic animal plush at our Zoo Store. Recycle your old plush at checkout and it will be sent off to be repurposed into a new reusable item. Learn more about this new program: bit.ly/4e8IdRe