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

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

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

The Houston Zoo is celebrating love this Valentine’s season with its newest star—Rojo, a three-month-old jaguar cub gaining strength and confidence behind the scenes. Born in November at just 2.5 ...

"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 ...

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

HOUSTON — The Houston Zoo is mourning the loss of one of its most cherished residents, Cheyenne, a 52-year-old orangutan who died unexpectedly on Sunday morning. Zoo officials said Cheyenne ...

HOUSTON (KIAH) — The Houston Zoo is celebrating love this Valentine’s season with its newest star—Rojo, a three-month-old jaguar cub gaining strength and confidence behind the scenes.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...