The zoo animals can handle the Texas heat, so you can too!
The animals at the Houston Zoo are staying cool during the heat of the summer, and your guests can stay cool too. The zoo’s dedicated animal care team is adding frozen summer treats to animal menus. Ice treats help animals such as the California sea lion stay hydrated in the afternoon when the temperature triples his. In the Galapagos giant tortoise habitat, the animals enjoy the cool spray of water to keep them comfortable. Watch the animals cool off as you walk through the zoo’s brand new Galapagos Islands exhibit. The galleries are 90% climate-controlled, allowing guests to take a break from walking in the sun while learning about other closely related Galapagos creatures.
other animals, like claude black bear, Stay cool with a splash fresh Asian black bears are inherently curious creatures, give them a pool It’s not just about playing. Capybara families also enjoy swimming in the Pantanal of South America. Capybara is a semi-aquatic species that is good at swimming. They can stay underwater for up to five minutes, and their webbed feet help them swim.
Visit one of the air-conditioned zoo buildings to learn more about the animals. Animal lovers can observe more than 70 species of reptiles and amphibians at the Reptile and Amphibian Pavilion, learn about small creatures at the Insectarium, and see chimpanzees and gorillas at the Ape Gallery. By visiting the Houston Zoo, guests are contributing to the conservation of wildlife. A portion of each zoo membership and admission fee supports zoo conservation programs around the world.