The new 7.7-mile paddling trail along Greens Bayou in Houston, now part of the Texas Paddling Trails Program, offers outdoor recreation and connects residents to nature.

Marina, a 21-year-old white Bengal tiger at Houston's Downtown Aquarium, passed away. She was the oldest Bengal tiger in an AZA-accredited facility. The Aquarium donated $2,100 to the Tiger Conservation Campaign in her memory.

Chief Peter Davis of the Galveston Island Beach Patrol was terminated following investigations into the Park Board's operations and allegations of resource misuse. Interim Chief Austin Kirwin takes over as policy and procedure reviews are underway.

Two young Cincinnati Zoo elephants survived EEHV after receiving a groundbreaking mRNA vaccine developed with Baylor College of Medicine and Houston Zoo.

The Houston Zoo mourns the death of Tesoro, an 11-year-old jaguar, due to complications from surgery and renal failure. Tesoro was known for his conservation role and leaves behind a cub, Rojo.

A hawk in Pearland, Texas, is dive-bombing residents to protect its nest; experts suggest using umbrellas or detours to avoid attacks during nesting season.

Houston's Memorial Park will undergo a $42 million renovation, called Memorial Groves, to honor World War I history and the Camp Logan site, with construction starting in 2026.

The Great Elephant Migration exhibit in Houston raises awareness for wildlife coexistence using sculptures made from invasive plants.

Houston lakes are being stocked with channel catfish by TPWD to enhance local fishing opportunities, with restocking occurring every two weeks until October's end.

The Houston Zoo introduced a jaguar cub named Rojo, emphasizing his role in conservation awareness and the zoo's support for sustainable wildlife tourism.

Over 40 green sea turtles were rehabilitated and released in Galveston after a cold snap left them cold-stunned, with the community witnessing the event.

Houston initiates an eco-friendly Christmas tree recycling program running from December 26th to January 24th, 2025, with 22 drop-off locations and a curbside collection service for undecorated trees.

The Houston Zoo celebrates the birth of Kirby, a 314-pound female Asian elephant calf, born after a 19-hour labor, displaying health and vitality from the start.