From gorillas to goats, the Houston Zoo has vaccinated a wide range of susceptible animals against the COVID-19 virus. In early spring, the Zoo received 200 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine developed and donated by Zoetis, a veterinary pharmaceutical company. To date, 94 Zoo animals have been vaccinated with no significant adverse effects. ⁣ ⁣ "The health and well-being of our animals is our top priority, and the vaccine adds another layer of protection," said Kevin Hodge, vice president of animal pr

The Zoo Lights at the Houston Zoo @houstonzoo are officially back ✨ Every winter the zoo turns into a glowing holiday wonderland with millions of LED lights, giant illuminated oak trees, light tunnels, and picture-perfect displays everywhere you look. First launched in 2012, Zoo Lights has become one of Houston’s biggest holiday traditions, drawing nearly 3 million visitors over the years. The animals are resting at night, but the lights steal the show — glowing sculptures, festive train village

1.1K views · 49 reactions | One of our conservation partners, the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, recently visited the Houston Zoo. We got to showcase our entire Zoo, including a tour of our South America’s Pantanal exhibit, with Dr. Tara Stoinski, the Fund’s president and CEO. Learn more about how the Zoo supports them in our blog: bit.ly/44Coy7C | Houston Zoo | Facebook