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The Gladys Porter Zoo is an oasis nestled in the center of Brownsville, Texas. With 26 acres of lush tropical plants and some 1,600 animals, the Gladys Porter Zoo is known for its successes in breeding endangered species of wildlife.
::: Animal Play Day :::

Animal Play Day, “Nobadie Eats Okra” - Sunday, August 24, 2008

Zoo animals get a Cajun treat at our next Animal Play Day, “Nobadie Eats Okra”. Throughout the day, our animals will receive okra in various forms like “gumbo with chicken” or “okra popsicles”.  MORE


::: Tiger Cubs :::

Tiger Cubs Debut in Small World

The Gladys Porter Zoo will be the temporary home for the six tiger cubs that were confiscated four days ago in the McAllen area. The cubs made their public debut on Saturday, June 21st in Small World Tiger Cubs


ZOOFARI INFO

Zoofari '08 Committee Accepting Donations for Auction

Zoofari ’08 Committee members need your support to make the Zoo’s annual Zoofari fundraiser a success.  They are now accepting donations for our live, blackboard and online auctions. Committee members are asking for


Summer Safari

Summer Safari 2008

What is your child doing this summer? Why not spend time learning at the zoo? The Zoo is just the place for your little one. Make your child's summer activity plans today. Download our.: Summer Safari 08 schedule MORE

 

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