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Houston Zoo opened in 1922 in Hermann Park in Houston, Texas, and today cares for around 4,300 animals representing some 575 species across 55 acres. It draws about two million visitors a year and features exhibits such as the McNair Asian Elephant Habitat and the African Forest. It is noted for conservation science, including work with Baylor College of Medicine on a vaccine against elephant EEHV.

Opened
1922 (month/day unconfirmed) · about 104 years of history
Exterior of Houston Zoo
Photo: Cburnett / CC BY-SA 3.0 / Source / cropped

Basic Information

Houston Zoo basic information
TypeZoo
LocationUnited StatesHouston
Opened1922 Source
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FAQ

When did Houston Zoo open?
It officially opened on April 30, 1922, in Hermann Park. Source
How many animals does the zoo have?
It cares for around 4,300 animals representing about 575 species. Source
Learn More About This Facility’s Animals 350 species

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