Houston Zoo 1642

January 13, 2012 No Comments

A new addition to the McNair Asian Elephant Habitat at the Houston Zoo in Texas opened in October, 2011. Covering an area of nearly an acre, the expansion features an 80,000-gallon capacity elephant-sized swimming pool, elevated unobstructed viewing for zoo guests, multiple enrichment and feeding choices and a demonstration area.

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