Capybara species are the largest rodent species on the planet and grow very quickly. Stop by the mixed species habitat in South America’s Pantanal to see our capybara herd. Learn more on this week’s livestream: bit.ly/2wHMYBw

Happy Ape-ril! We’re spotlighting Scooter, the alpha male of one of our two groups of chimpanzees. He’s the largest chimp in our troop and is 30 years old. Hear more from Primates Curator Judy, who worked with Scooter at a previous institution when he was just three years old.

Ahem, we have a little big update for you! Tune in to Facebook Live tomorrow at 11am from our mixed species habitat with our capybara herd.

Teddy and Tilly are definitely an eclipse mood.

📸: Zoo Staff Sam J.

Cloudy with a chance of a partial eclipse! The clouds parted ways just in time to see the action. Here’s what the eclipse looked like from our lens. Thanks to those who watched from the Zoo!

📸: Zoo Staff Sam J., Jackie W., and Wendy B.

Tomorrow is not only the #SolarEclipse but it’s also #ZooLoversDay ! Spend it outdoors at your favorite Zoo and see how our animals react during the eclipse. Plan your visit: bit.ly/2ZD61t2

It's been ONE year since we opened Galápagos Islands! What's your favorite spot in our exhibit? We'll go first... the sea lion tunnel! Celebrate our one-year milestone by symbolically adopting one of our California sea lions. Adopt now: bit.ly/2Jfn1w6

The early bird gets the worm...

Members, remember you get early access to the Zoo tomorrow, April 6 at 8am for Member Morning. See our penguins zoom by inside of Galápagos Islands.

Want early Zoo access? Become a member to enjoy this monthly perk: bit.ly/2UV4FGN

🐒 Our Schmidt’s red-tailed monkey, Peter Rabbit, turns 4! Stop by our Wortham World of Primates to visit him on Sunday, April 7, and you may catch some of his birthday festivities prepared by his animal care team, including a birthday cake.

Even the largest predators need their beauty rest. 😴 Make plans this weekend for family fun and make sure to visit our lion pride. Grab your tickets here: bit.ly/46dYWit

📸: Milianie G.

Feast with the Beasts presented by TXU Energy is tomorrow, April 5! The Zoo will be closing early to the public on Friday at 1pm, with last entry at 12pm. We’ll resume normal hours on Saturday, April 6. Buy tickets: bit.ly/3Ooo4vv

👏 The results are in! Houston Zoo is the 8th organization in history to receive a 100% clean evaluation by AZA (AZA). This intensive inspection spans a few days and covers all aspects of zoo operations. We are proud to be your Houston Zoo.

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Calling all foodies, this is your LAST chance to get tickets for Feast with the Beasts. Enjoy tasty creations from 40 Houston eateries, sip on your favorite beverage, watch our animals feast, and more. Enjoy the Zoo after-hours without the kids: bit.ly/3Ooo4vv

Have you ever wondered how animals react during an eclipse? Head to the Zoo next Monday, April 8, to see for yourself! Best part, we’re providing a limited number of eclipse glasses to guests for free. Don’t miss it: bit.ly/3IFe9i3

Members, this one’s for you! Enter the splash zone tomorrow at 11am CDT on YouTube Live to watch an Asian elephant bath. Log in to the Member Portal to get access to the livestream link.

☀️ Zoo after-hours + Great forecast + Yummy food = Fun times at the Zoo! Don't miss a food-filled evening, with the perfect weather this Friday, April 5 at Feast with the Beasts presented by TXU Energy. Snag your ticket before they sell out: bit.ly/3Ooo4vv

🐇 Hoppy Easter from Ellie the ambassador rabbit and our Zoo family! As a reminder, we’re open regular hours today from 9am to 5pm, with last entry at 4pm.

Make it a Zoo day and have a capy Easter! We’ll be open regular hours tomorrow from 9am to 5pm, with last entry at 4pm for Easter. Plan your visit: bit.ly/2ZD61t2