Texas is synonymous with cowboys, ranches, horses, vast expanses of prairie, etc.
How can zoological gardens be far away? Almost every major city of Texas State, such as Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, Tyler, Waco, etc., boasts an excellent Zoo.
Each of these zoos offers various settings in which to view native, exotic, and endangered wildlife.
Dallas Zoo
Dallas Zoo is a 106-acre wildlife attraction with around 2,000 animals representing 406 species.
It is the oldest and largest zoological park in Texas and attracts more than a million visitors annually.
Houston Zoo
The Houston Zoo houses over 6,000 animals from 900 species and is located within Hermann Park in Houston, Texas.
The 55-acre zoological park receives around 2.4 million visitors each year and is the second most visited zoo in the United States.
Austin Zoo
Austin Zoo in Texas is a non-profit rescue zoo with more than 300 animals belonging to around 2100 species.
It was known as the Good Day Ranch before it was re-named Austin Zoo in 1994.
The zoo has a wide variety of animals, starting from Bengal Tigers, African Lions, and Galapagos Tortoise to the locally available North American Black Bears.
Fort Worth Zoo
Fort Worth Zoo is home to more than 7,000 native and exotic animals, making it a popular wildlife attraction in Texas.
It has been rated by the top zoo in the USA by publications such as USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Family Life, etc., and attracts more than a million visitors annually.
San Antonio Zoo
Set in 56-acres, San Antonio Zoo in Texas is home to more than 700 species of animals and birds.
With numerous wildlife exhibits and experiences, it is a great half-day outing for animal-loving families.
