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@houstonzoo.bsky.socialFall, is that you? Our mongoose got the pumpkin memo!
Make Zoo Boo presented by King & Spalding part of your weekend. Look for animals exploring pumpkin enrichment throughout October, and enjoy a little fall magic on your next Zoo day: bit.ly/3IRJpOe
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialThis year, we also participated in an electronics recycling competition hosted by Saving Animals From Extinction (SAFE Gorilla). Together, we recycled an incredible 3,014 electronic devices, totaling 1,351.9 pounds! Join us in helping save gorillas in the wild: bit.ly/46JgvIz (2/2)
@houstonzoo.bsky.social🦍 Today is World Gorilla Day! Last weekend, we celebrated our gorilla troop and the conservation work happening to protect gorillas in the wild. The Houston Zoo’s handheld electronics recycling drive is a year-round effort to help reduce the demand for minerals mined from gorilla habitat. (1/2)
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialFirst day of fall has us feeling like Tiffany the blue duiker… now if only the weather would get the memo. Zoo Boo presented by King & Spalding opens Friday, Sept. 25 and runs through Oct. 31. Want early access? Become a Zoo Member and enjoy our first Zoo Boo Member Preview this on Wed, Sept. 23.
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialThe perfect spa day doesn’t exi... Indy behind the scenes
World Rhino Day is tomorrow, and we’re sharing a peek at Indy while his habitat undergoes renovations. As construction continues, his keepers are making sure he gets the same quality care every day behind the scenes: bit.ly/3LUoCHU
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialGuests can also purchase bagged compost from Houston Zoo to give their new plants a strong start. Learn more and plan your visit: bit.ly/472NmIq
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@houstonzoo.bsky.socialBring the wild home this fall! Our Plant Sale is coming back on October 3, with native and specialty plants for your backyard, patio, or home. Native plants help create habitat for local wildlife by providing food, shelter, and resources for native species right here in our community. (1/2)
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialThis year, the fun is growing! Don’t miss two new attractions: strike a pose at the Great Pumpkin Portrait photo op and get tangled up in the Tangled Web Trail. Grab your tickets today and make your fall plans boo-tiful: bit.ly/3IRJpOe
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@houstonzoo.bsky.socialFall fun is creeping in, and Zoo Boo tickets are on sale now! 🎃 Join us for Zoo Boo presented by King & Spalding at Houston Zoo, Sept. 25–Oct. 31. Stroll through a pumpkin-packed Zoo filled with seasonal décor, festive photo ops, animal-themed enrichment, and family-friendly activities. (1/2)
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialOur crowned lemurs Tsingy and Tasherit "Tashi," know how to strike a pose! 📸
You can find this iconic duo inside Wortham World of Primates. Make plans for a Zoo day this weekend: bit.ly/2ZD61t2
📸: Primates Keeper Lenaye
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialHeading into the weekend like… 🐾 Norah, Ethel, Kwame, or Tiffany—which one matches your weekend mood? Whatever your vibe, make the Houston Zoo your must-stop destination this weekend: bit.ly/2ZD61t2
📸: Hoofstock Keeper Emma
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialHappy 14th birthday to Berani, our Malayan tiger! To mark his special day, his keepers prepared birthday enrichment—including a cake made by Keeper Adela in our Animal Nutrition department. This tiger-sized treat featured frozen blood, goat’s milk, and frozen meat.
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialBring your crew to Brew at the Zoo presented by @txuenergy on September 18! 🍻 Sip craft drinks, challenge your friends to giant beer pong and other lawn games, enjoy unlimited carousel rides and more. Plus, meet our keepers and see your favorite animals after hours at Houston Zoo: bit.ly/46i7aZj
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialNot to be NOSY, but when will we see you at the Zoo again? 💚
Your next Zoo day is calling! Visit Baird’s tapirs, capybaras, giant anteaters, and more incredible animals from around the world in South America’s Pantanal habitat. Plan your next visit: bit.ly/2ZD61t2
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialJoin us for special enrichment, elephant-themed activities, Meet the Keeper chats sponsored by CenterPoint Energy, and more. Get all the trunk-tastic details here: bit.ly/4i2fT7B
This event is included with general admission and is free for members. (2/2)
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialThere’s a lot to trumpet about! 🐘 This week, we celebrated World Elephant Day with Chuck and Teddy on Facebook Live, and tomorrow, August 15, we’re keeping the elebration going at our Asian elephant habitat. (1/2)
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialBerani is giving us plenty to roar about this International Tiger Day.
With only around 300 Malayan tigers left in the wild, your Zoo visit helps support conservation work for tigers around the world. Learn more on today’s Facebook Live: bit.ly/2wHMYBw
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialOur keepers know the coolest animal facts! Get to know them in our rapid-fire Q&A. Happy National Zookeeper Week!
@houstonzoo.bsky.socialThe heart of our Zoo, in motion. 💚 As we continue celebrating National Zookeeper Week, we’re honoring the teams whose compassion, dedication, and tireless care make a difference every day, in every season.
@houstonzoo.bsky.social🧊 Ice to meet you. Summer is the perfect time for an ice pop. Blue duikers Seana and Tiffany are big fans of a chilly treat, but the carrots on top might be the real favorite. Make it a Zoo day and stop by to spot this duo and pygmy hippo Akobi near the zebra habitat. 📸: Hoofstock Keeper Emma
