| TEXAS ZOOS The Abilene Zoo maintains a collection of both plants and animals. The animal exhibits are surrounded by plants native to Texas. The previous theme of the zoo was to compare animals and habitats from the Southwestern United States and Central America to similar regions from Africa and Madagascar. At Austin Zoo, adults and kids alike can enjoy the great outdoors and experience a close-up look at animals from around the world...all in family friendly environment. Austin Zoo offers a shady picnic area, a perfect place to hold a child's party, a family gathering or a company event. So, come over to the wild side of Austin; we're just 20 minutes from downtown. The Dallas Zoo and The Dallas Aquarium at Fair Park offer a variety of family events year round. The special public events offer lots of activities and live music and are free with the price of regular Zoo admission. Keeper talks take place every weekend and offer visitors the chance to learn firsthand about animal care at the Zoo. Explore Frank Buck Zoo in historic Gainesville, Texas for a one of a kind family experience. 100-year old majestic pecan trees grace the 85-acre Leonard Park, home to the Frank Buck Zoo, circus themed Community Playground and Frankie Schmitz Train ride. Enjoy “zoo meals” at the concessions or pack a lunch enjoyed at shaded picnic tables. Historic covered pavilion is available for large gatherings. Gift Shop, unique jungle themed birthday party room, ball fields and swimming pool enhance a day filled with family fun. The Gladys Porter Zoo is an oasis nestled in the center of Brownsville, Texas. With 26 acres of lush tropical plants and some 1,300 animals, the Gladys Porter Zoo is known for it's successes in breeding endangered species of wildlife. The Ellen Trout Zoo is located at 402 Zoo Circle, Lufkin, Texas. The Zoo houses close to 700 reptiles, birds and mammals from around the world. Currently, the zoo is undergoing the largest expansion project since it opened in 1967. Maasai Giraffe and White Rhinoceros exhibits opened in the summer of 1999. A Nile Hippopotamus exhibit featuring under and above water viewing opened in 2002. Don't forget your camera! |
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