Lions made paw prints, while capybaras were given a pile of snow to examine—and taste. In a post on its own site, Houston Zoo said: "During the weather event, a group of 66 dedicated staff ...

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

From the lions and leopards to the flamingos and bald eagles, the animals seemed to enjoy exploring the magical snow.

As people across the Houston area enjoyed a "once in a generation ... newly renovated exhibit throughout the storm. The zoo's sea lions also seemed to enjoy the weather. According to the zoo ...

The Houston Zoo's cougars stepped out of their heated ... At the Galápagos Islands exhibit, which opened in 2023, California sea lions were also spotted exploring their snow-covered habitat.

"It looked like a winter wonderland here, we don't ever see that in Houston," said Kevin Hodge, the zoo's vice president ... North American river otters and sea lions leave their keeps.

The zoo said next month's closure is due to the building's aging infrastructure no longer meeting the needs of housed animals.

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

HOUSTON, Texas (TNND ... its snow-covered habitat in the Zoo's "Galápagos Islands" exhibit. The Zoo said the sea lions rely on their thick blubber for insulation to stay warm and by swimming ...

A lion and a capybara enjoy some snow-based enrichment at Houston Zoo. A lion and a capybara enjoy some snow-based enrichment at Houston Zoo. Kevin Kendrick/Houston Zoo/AP In a post on its own ...