Rediscover the sights and sounds of your Houston Zoo as animals enjoy cooling off enrichment this summer. Whether they're taking a swim, enjoying a bath, or just hanging around - our animals know how to stay cool during the summer. Read more: bit.ly/4jRmKOB | Houston Zoo

Animal enrichment plays an integral role at the Houston Zoo, and our zookeepers work closely with animals to ensure they are physically and mentally stimulated through a variety of enrichment – cognitive, behavioral, food, environmental, sensory – every day. One of the enrichment activities our animals (and keepers) enjoy, including our lion pride, is painting artwork, using non-toxic paint, with their paw prints and tail swipes. Read more about some of our animals’ enrichment in our latest blog