As people across the Houston area enjoyed a "once in a generation ... have evolved to resist winter weather conditions, the zoo said the flamingos were able to stay comfortable in their newly ...

WINTER WONDERLAND: Flamingos in the snow? See how Houston Zoo animals explored their suddenly-snowy habitats In an email statement, CenterPoint spokesperson Alyssia Oshodi pointed to the company ...

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.

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

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

"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 ...

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 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 ...