The zoo says the Carruth Natural Encounters building built in 1962 "has provided countless memorable experiences" for guests.

"This space has provided countless memorable experiences for our guests and served as an important space for connecting ...

One of the Houston Zoo's oldest and most beloved institutions is closing in spring because of its aging infrastructure, ...

A longtime Houston Zoo exhibit with over 60 years of service will close following spring break, officials announced.

Rojo has been bonding with his mother, Vida, growing stronger and more independent as he prepares for his public debut.

The Houston Zoo is once again mourning the loss of one of its resident orangutans. On Sunday morning, the zoo's 52-year-old ...

52-year-old orangutan, Cheyenne underwent an emergency veterinary examination on Sunday morning, Jan. 9, 2025, to help ...

Cheyenne arrived at the Houston Zoo when she was 21 and quickly became a favorite among staff and visitors with her ...

Cheyenne, a 52-year-old orangutan at the Houston Zoo, died from complications of a kidney infection, the zoo said.

Orangutans can live around 35-40 years in the wild, while the oldest orangutan to live in captivity died at age 62, according ...

The Houston Zoo is home to more than 6,000 animals and it is the second most visited zoo in the U.S. Exhibits range from the African Forest, which features rhinos, zebras and giraffes, to the new ...

"Rojo means red, jaguars are cute, fall in love this Valentine’s Day at the Houston Zoo!" the Zoo said Thursday in a news ...