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Dear omss,
Here's what's new at the Houston Zoo. |
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What's That New Cat?
Meet Zama, our new male caracal. Zama is trading time out on exhibit with our female foosa Riana. Caracal comes from the Turkish word "karakulak," meaning "black ear." Caracals live in Central Africa, South Africa, West Africa, Southwest Asia, and the Middle East. They prefer the drier savannah, scrubland, and woodland regions, though will also inhabit evergreen and montane forests. They are excellent jumpers and climbers. You'll often catch Zama tucked into a rock ledge at about eye level, just behind some bamboo branches... often looking right at you. We hope you come out and pay him a visit!
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World Oceans Day
June 8, 2011 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. In support of the world's oceans and their inhabitants, the Houston Zoo, in partnership with the AZA (The Association of Zoos and Aquariums), is excited to host World Oceans Day!
Guests of all ages can learn about the world's oceans and the animals that live in them here at the Houston Zoo with special Meet the Keeper Talks, animal feedings, crafts and more! World Ocean's Day activities are included with your paid Zoo admission. AZA World Ocean's Day at the Houston Zoo is FREE for Zoo Members.
If you want to learn more about the Houston Zoo's conservation projects that involve ocean and marine life, you can visit http://www.houstonzoo.org/seaturtles/.
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| Announcing Photo NIGHT!  June 9, 2011 6:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m. Photography lovers! Here's your chance to prowl the Zoo at dusk with some of our most photogenic carnivores. Join us at the lion, tiger, small cat and bear exhibits for this special chance to stay in the Zoo after hours. Get a window on these nocturnal species while they are most active and take advantage of the dusk lighting, while enjoying complimentary snacks and beverages. Click here to register. |
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Elephant Open House!
June 18, 2011 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Methai, Tess, Shanti, Tucker, Thai, Baylor, and Tupelo invite you to explore their home - their very LARGE home!
Their state-of-the-art elephant barn will be open for you to explore. Learn about elephant diets, care, training, chat with the Keepers who care for the elephants daily, and more. A continental breakfast is included.
For an even more one-of-a-kind experience, purchase a photo with one of our elephants! The photos are printed at the event, and make a great keepsake!
VIsit our website for tickets and more information. |
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A TOADally Awesome Father's Day Gift
Dad's big day is coming up on June 19. If you're not sure what to get him this year, why not NAME A TOAD after him? From now until Father's Day, when you make a donation of $50 or more to support Houston Toad Conservation at the Zoo, we'll let you name one of our 2,500 resident toads! It's a gift your dad will never forget, and you'll be helping to preserve one of the most endangered species in Texas. Learn more and name your toad! |
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Feed Your Wild Life
October 20, 2011 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. The Houston Zoo presents the fourth annual Feed Your Wild Life Conservation Gala: An Evening with Jack Hanna. From the David Letterman Show to his children's series Jack Hanna Into the Wild, Hanna has taken the public with him on a journey to protect wildlife across the globe for 30 years. Join us in support of the Houston Zoo's Wildlife Conservation Program for cocktails, dinner, animal experiences, a silent auction and Jungle Jack Hanna himself! Individual tickets for this conservation gala begin at $500. For table purchases and more information, please contact conservation@houstonzoo.org |
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Video of The Week
If you haven't been to the McGovern's Children's Zoo recently, you haven't met Sam, our new Pineywoods calf. Besides watching the video, you can also read a blog post about Sam on the Official Houston Zoo Blog. |
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