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About Gladys Porter Zoo
The Gladys Porter Zoo is an AZA-accredited zoological and botanical park in Brownsville, Texas, dedicated to nature preservation. Spanning 31 acres, it features lush tropical plants and approximately 1,600 animals across four geographic areas: Africa, Asia, Tropical America, and Indo-Australia. Visitors can explore exhibits like the Herpetarium, Aquarium, and a free-flight aviary, and the zoo is known for its success in breeding endangered species. It also serves as the principal wildlife rehabilitation unit for the Rio Grande Valley.