An integral member of the Houston Zoo family for nearly three decades, Cheyenne first arrived at the zoo at the age of 21 and quickly captured the hearts of staff and visitors. "Cheyenne was a ...

A longtime Houston Zoo exhibit with over 60 years of service will close following spring break, officials announced. A closer look The Carruth Natural Encounters building is set to close its doors ...

HOUSTON — The Houston Zoo has announced that an exhibit that's been around for over six decades is closing soon. The Carruth Natural Encounters building has provided countless memories and has ...

An adorable baby, Okapi, was born at San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Okapi’s are native to the rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Some refer to this unusual animal as the “African ...

The Houston Zoo announced Monday that Cheyenne the orangutan died over the weekend at age 52. In a post on social media, the zoo said Cheyenne died suddenly Sunday following an emergency exam ...

"This space has provided countless memorable experiences for our guests and served as an important space for connecting people with wildlife," zoo officials said. "While this decision wasn't easy ...

"It looked like a winter wonderland here, we don't ever see that in Houston," said Kevin Hodge, the zoo's vice president for animal programs, from his office equipped with a cot and overnight kit.

The Houston Zoo had to say goodbye to the oldest orangutan at the facility after she died unexpectedly. Cheyenne, who was 52 years old, had an emergency veterinary examination Sunday morning after ...

HOUSTON — Love is in the air at the Houston Zoo, and the latest heartthrob isn’t your typical Valentine — he’s got paws, spots and a playful spirit. Meet Rojo, a 3-month-old jaguar cub who ...

so did some of the animals at the Houston Zoo. While some of the animals elected to stay warm inside enclosures at the zoo, others ventured out into the snow, leading to some unexpected photo ...

Rojo, who is just 3 months old, is yet to make his public debut at the Houston Zoo, but he's already "stealing hearts" ahead of the February celebration. "Rojo means red, jaguars are cute ...