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Warthogs Now on Exhibit

2020-03-12T18:10:28-05:00

Never before seen at the Zoo.  They have finally arrived! Two male warthogs (Phacocherus africanus) have made their debut this week at the Gladys Porter Zoo. These two brothers, Leonardo and Rollo, arrived from the Indianapolis Zoo and have earned the title of Gladys Porter Zoo’s very first warthogs. They may not be the most attractive looking mammals, but they are incredibly intelligent and can quickly adapt to their environment. Native to Sub-Saharan Africa, warthogs will typically eat vegetation, such as roots and grasses but will occasionally eat meat when the opportunity arises. When startled, warthogs can run up to [...]

Warthogs Now on Exhibit2020-03-12T18:10:28-05:00

Colobus Monkeys

2020-03-12T17:55:57-05:00

The Eastern Angolan colobus monkeys at the Gladys Porter Zoo are jumping with joy for their new outdoor exhibit. Colobus Crossing, located behind Small World, features a skywalk that allows the colobus to traverse over the heads of Zoo guests. It leads from their current indoor exhibit to an expansive outdoor habitat. The exhibit also features a replica of an Eastern Angolan hut, which is kept about 15 degrees cooler than the outdoor temperature. The exhibit will give the monkeys the option to remain indoors or explore outside. Colobus Crossing opened to the public on Friday, June 21st. “Our expanding [...]

Colobus Monkeys2020-03-12T17:55:57-05:00

NOW OPEN: EL MUNDO HUASTECO Y TOTONACO

2020-03-12T18:07:44-05:00

NOW OPEN PHASE ONE TROPICAL AMERICAS, EL MUNDO HUASTECO Y TOTONACO Value your time - omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem Take time off - totam rem aperiam, eaque ipsa Never stop learning - quasi architecto beatae vitae dicta Experience is overvalued - aspernatur aut odit aut fugit Be courageous - iste natus error sit voluptatem

NOW OPEN: EL MUNDO HUASTECO Y TOTONACO2020-03-12T18:07:44-05:00
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