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

HOUSTON — The ... Despite being the zoo's oldest orangutan, Cheyenne was known for her youthful spirit. Cheyenne played a critical role in the Species Survival Plan (SSP) program and was also ...

"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 ...

arriving in Houston as a 21-year-old. According to the zoo, Cheyenne was a foster mom to several young orangutans during her time at the zoo and was part of the “Species Survival Plan” — an ...

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

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

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 ...

"Houston Zoo participates in the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP) Program for jaguars working to ensure a sustainable future for the iconic big cat," according ...

An integral member of the Houston ... the zoo's own Aurora. Her maternal instincts made her an important part of the Association of Zoos and Aquarium's Species Survival Plan program.