African Forest

The African Forest at Houston Zoo is home to a troop of Western Lowland Gorillas in a lush, two-acre habitat that recreates the dense tropical forests of Central Africa. Multi-level climbing structures, seasonal browse, and water features provide year-round enrichment.

Houston Zoo is a leader in Western Lowland Gorilla conservation, funding anti-poaching patrols, community development, and forest monitoring in the Democratic Republic of Congo.