From gorillas to goats, the Houston Zoo has vaccinated a wide range of susceptible animals against the COVID-19 virus. In early spring, the Zoo received 200 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine developed and donated by Zoetis, a veterinary pharmaceutical company. To date, 94 Zoo animals have been vaccinated with no significant adverse effects. ⁣ ⁣ "The health and well-being of our animals is our top priority, and the vaccine adds another layer of protection," said Kevin Hodge, vice president of animal pr

14K views · 560 reactions | 鍊 Hip, hippo yay! Meet the newest member of our herd, a 450-pound male pygmy hippopotamus named Silas. He moved here from Omaha, NE in September and made his public debut yesterday! Come see Silas during your next Zoo visit! Read more about our newest addition: bit.ly/2UYJAuA | Houston Zoo | Facebook

1.1K views · 49 reactions | One of our conservation partners, the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, recently visited the Houston Zoo. We got to showcase our entire Zoo, including a tour of our South America’s Pantanal exhibit, with Dr. Tara Stoinski, the Fund’s president and CEO. Learn more about how the Zoo supports them in our blog: bit.ly/44Coy7C | Houston Zoo | Facebook