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Time To Get Rolling Again For Rhinoceros Conservation

Release Date: 2-Jul-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

The Houston Chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers Hosts Bowling for Rhinos 2008, July 25 at Palace Lanes, 4191 Bellaire Blvd.

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GETTING SQUIRRELY AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 12-Jun-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Recent News  Subcategory:  Animal News

Harris' Antelope Squirrels Born at Award Winning Natural Encounters Building

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HOUSTON ZOO DEDICATES NEW INNOVATIVE ELEPHANT FACILITY

Release Date: 9-Jun-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Zoo Habitats

Houston Zoo elephants Mac and Methai will break the ribbon to officially dedicate the Zoo’s new $5 million elephant barn and exhibit area. The facility is the Zoo’s newest addition. The 7,000 square foot barn includes 5 elephant “bedrooms” and, for the first time, sliding 8 foot by 8 foot windows allowing guests a peek behind the scenes.

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RARE BABIRUSA PIG BORN AT HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 29-May-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Animal News

The Houston Zoo recorded a first on May 21 with the birth of a rare and endangered babirusa pig. The new arrival is named Hadiah (pronounced: huh-DI-ah). Her name means “gift” in an Indonesian language. Hadiah weighed approximately one pound at birth and she immediately captured the hearts of her keepers. The newborn may be seen daily on exhibit at the Zoo’s Wortham World of Primates with her mother Remley. Hadiah is Remley’s first birth.

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HOUSTON ZOO ANNOUNCES BIRTH OF PRAIRIE DOGS

Release Date: 9-May-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Animal News

Media Note: JPEG images of the prairie dog pups may be seen on the Houston Zoo’s Web site at http://www.houstonzoo.org/en/photos/albums/v/23 and are available for your unrestricted use via e-mail. Media wishing to shoot video or still images of the pups may contact Brian Hill at 281-380-5232. (HOUSTON) May 9, 2008 … They’re cute, adorable, furry and oh so quick. They’re the newest arrivals at the Houston Zoo – three black-tailed prairie... More on HOUSTON ZOO ANNOUNCES BIRTH OF PRAIRIE...

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GET BEAR AWARE AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 9-May-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

Bear Awareness Day is Saturday, May 17

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HOUSTON ZOO AND GREEN MOUNTAIN ENERGY COMPANY CELEBRATE EARTH DAY BY FLIPPING SWITCH FOR NEW SOLAR ARRAY

Release Date: 24-Apr-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Zoo News

Solar Array first for animal exhibit at a Texas Zoo Solar Array first for animal exhibit at a Texas Zoo

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LEMONADE DAY LEMONADE CONTEST

Release Date: 22-Apr-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

50 Houston-area children will set up colorful lemonate stands along the Houston Zoo Reflection Pool and compete for the title of "Best Lemonade."

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GET GREEN ON EARTH DAY AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 8-Apr-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

It’s a Party for the Planet and you’re invited! Featuring FREE electronics recycling drop-off from Sony and Waste Management

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RARE MONKEY BORN AT HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 1-Apr-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Animal News

First Birth of Schmidt’s Red Tailed Guenon at Houston Zoo in 29 Years

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HOUSTON ZOO ORANGUTANS AND ELEPHANTS

Release Date: 10-Mar-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

“Pongos Helping Pongos: Paintings by Orangutans for Orangutans”

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AZA GRANTS ACCREDITATION TO HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 7-Mar-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Zoo News

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today announced that the Houston Zoo was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission.

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The National Elephant Center unveils a bold new initiative for global elephant conservation

Release Date: 7-Feb-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill

HOUSTON (Feb.7, 2008) — A new model for excellence in elephant care and conservation is a reality today as The National Elephant Center announced plans to create a national elephant conservation center in central Florida made possible, in part, by Waste Management’s involvement. The facility will be under construction for several months with the first elephants expected to arrive in 2009. “Elephants are among our most endangered animals... More on The National Elephant Center unveils a...

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GO “WILD FOR LOVE” AT THE HOUSTON ZOO’S VALENTINE’S DINNER

Release Date: 16-Jan-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

(HOUSTON) January 16, 2008 … For some birds, choosing a mate has a lot do to with which guy has the best nest construction skills. For sea horses and some cranes it’s all about the dance. And for male crocodiles it’s who is best at blowing bubbles in the water. Explore the world of animal mating and dating and have a naturally wild Valentine’s Day when you bring your sweetheart to the Houston Zoo’s “Wild for Love” Valentine’s event on... More on GO “WILD FOR LOVE” AT THE HOUSTON ZOO’S...

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HOUSTON ZOO HOSTS 2008 TEXAS WILDLIFE DIVERSITY CONFERENCE

Release Date: 11-Jan-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

Carter Smith Opens Three Day Conference

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RING IN THE YEAR OF THE FROG WITH THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 8-Jan-08 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

Explore the Global Amphibian Crisis When the Zoo Lecture Series Continues Thursday, January 31

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12 DAYS OF HOLIDAY GIVING AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 29-Nov-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Zoo News

Give a Gift and Get a Gift December 12 – 24, 2007

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HAVE BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 14-Nov-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Special Events

Join Santa and His Special Guests Saturday, December 15 and 22

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HOUSTON ZOO HAS UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS FOR HOLIDAY GIVING

Release Date: 13-Nov-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  Press Releases  Subcategory:  Holiday Gift Ideas

Give the Gift of Light and Unique Animal Art This Holiday Season

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SIFAKAS BOUNCE INTO NEW EXHIBIT AT THE HOUSTON ZOO

Release Date: 7-Nov-07 Author or Contact: Brian Hill Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Animal News

BOING! BOING! BOING! SIFAKAS BOUNCE INTO NEW EXHIBIT AT THE HOUSTON ZOO Media Note: Corrects typo in About Madagascar graph. Media wishing to arrange photo opportunities may contact Brian Hill at 713-533-6531 (voice), 281-380-5232 (cell). (HOUSTON) November 7, 2007 … Remember the pogo-stick? Decades ago children could be found bouncing their way across America’s sidewalks like spring-loaded kangaroos. Now imagine living in a... More on SIFAKAS BOUNCE INTO NEW EXHIBIT AT THE...

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