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Crocodile Encounter Welcome to Crocodile Encounter one of the largest reptile facilities in the nation. Experience wildlife in an entirely new way. Your adventure begins here!

For more information please visit us at our website at www.crocodileencounter.com What is Crocodile Encounter? Crocodile Encounter is a fully licensed and insured USDA zoological facility whose primary focus is science and wildlife education. A visit to Houston's only reptile zoo enables each visitor to experience wildlife in a safe, exciting, and educational fashion. You will see crocodiles and a

lligators swimming and sunning before your knowledgeable and lively guides bring the animals directly to you for a feeding demonstration. Crocodile Encounter has the largest group of crocodiles on display in the state of Texas. We are the premier crocodilian facility in the state and widely regarded in the zoological world as a standard bearer in the care of captive crocodilians. The animal ambassadors that live at our location are some of the most storied, legendary, and unfortunately endangered animals on the planet. It is our mission to further educate the public on these vital keystone species and the impact they have on the human world. In addition to crocodiles many other animal species call Crocodile Encounter home. Our facility is home to numerous species of snakes, lizards, and turtles and a representative faction of mammals.

Happy Thanksgiving! We at Crocodile Encounter 🐊 are very thankful for your patronage and support. We look forward to se...
28/11/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! We at Crocodile Encounter 🐊 are very thankful for your patronage and support. We look forward to seeing everyone soon.

This holiday season of giving please consider supporting our partners in Belize with a donation then supports the great ...
26/11/2024

This holiday season of giving please consider supporting our partners in Belize with a donation then supports the great work of the Crocodile Research Coalition.

This project will provide funds to assist in our wildlife rescue response around southern Belize, in addition to building rehab enclosures for injured crocodiles. Additionally, this project will provide the ability for local schools and businesses to visit our facility to further learn about the cul...

What an absolutely great week of weather to see wildlife upcoming! Tours daily except on Thanksgiving day. Bring the fr...
25/11/2024

What an absolutely great week of weather to see wildlife upcoming! Tours daily except on Thanksgiving day. Bring the friends and family and create memories this week.

It looks to be great weather for Thanksgiving week. If you looking for fun family activities next week come see us. Tour...
21/11/2024

It looks to be great weather for Thanksgiving week. If you looking for fun family activities next week come see us. Tours all week with the exception of Thanksgiving.

14/11/2024

Spot is trying to sneak. Can you see him?

02/11/2024

The weather has brought the bellowing out of the alligators! One of nature's great sounds.

A special Crocs After Dark this Saturday night. Get the kids in the costumes and come have a great evening!
25/10/2024

A special Crocs After Dark this Saturday night. Get the kids in the costumes and come have a great evening!

This Saturday night starting at 6pm a special Halloween 'Crocs After Dark'! Come enjoy the fall weather in a naturally s...
23/10/2024

This Saturday night starting at 6pm a special Halloween 'Crocs After Dark'! Come enjoy the fall weather in a naturally sppoky place when the sun goes down! Reserve your spots online by clicking 'Book Now' on our website.

What a beautiful start to an October Texas day! The animals are enjoying the cool sunny morning. Have a great Tuesday ou...
08/10/2024

What a beautiful start to an October Texas day! The animals are enjoying the cool sunny morning. Have a great Tuesday out in your own wilds!

It's October 5th and we are designating it as Half Jaw day! Come see one of our most special residents this weekend. Gre...
05/10/2024

It's October 5th and we are designating it as Half Jaw day! Come see one of our most special residents this weekend. Great weather, Half Jaw and friends, a great October experience.

26/09/2024

We are excited to offer our guests another way to experience our park. Our Video Scavenger Hunt has 3 different courses that you can follow all with great videos to learn about the animals. We look forward to rolling it out this October as the team has done an excellent job putting it all together!

We hope everyone has had a stellar day out there. An update on the Homeschool lessons which start next week. Snakes and ...
25/09/2024

We hope everyone has had a stellar day out there. An update on the Homeschool lessons which start next week. Snakes and alligators/crocodiles are SOLD OUT. Our shelled friends and the lizards still have spots available as they are about 70% capacity.

Did you know crocodiles in Egypt were considered to be the god of water and a symbol of strength and pharaonic power. Ma...
13/09/2024

Did you know crocodiles in Egypt were considered to be the god of water and a symbol of strength and pharaonic power. Many mummified crocodiles of various sizes and ages have been found in Egyptian tombs.

The Ancient Egyptian pantheon was filled with powerful gods, but among the most striking of all was Sobek. The deity didn't have one single appearance. Sometimes Sobek - also called Sebek - appeared in a human body with a crocodile's head.

You can see these famous crocodiles and many of their relatives this weekend. They won't be wearing clothes but they will be no less amazing. Tours and feedings both Saturday and Sunday! Come see the crocs!

If you are a home school student you will love Crocodile Encounter in October. Every Tuesday of the month we will have ...
12/09/2024

If you are a home school student you will love Crocodile Encounter in October. Every Tuesday of the month we will have a different lesson on a different group of animals. After the lesson you are free to explore the park. 4 different lessons in all. Space will be limited so if science and animals are your home school responsibility book as early as possible. Go to our website www.crocodileencounter.com and click Book Now.

Oct 1st: SSSSSSSSSSnake day

Oct 8th: Lets Get Shelled: Turtles and Tortoises

Oct 15th: Leaping lizards day

Oct 22nd: Crikey it's Crocs and Gators

11/09/2024

It's Wednesday. These tortoises understand the assignment. 😀

One of our most recognizable crocs is one we affectionately call 'Half Jaw'. He is one of our aberrant colored Niles who...
10/09/2024

One of our most recognizable crocs is one we affectionately call 'Half Jaw'. He is one of our aberrant colored Niles who was born with a cleft palate. He was essentially a throw in when these were brought to our facility. In an unexpected and ironic twist Half Jaw has become the largest of the group and gets better looking every year. Some individuals just know how to live!

What an absolutely stunning weekend it was last weekend. The good news? We get to do it again next weekend! Thanks to al...
10/09/2024

What an absolutely stunning weekend it was last weekend. The good news? We get to do it again next weekend! Thanks to all who enjoyed the beautiful weather and wildlife with us.

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For the first time ever the national Crocfest is leaving Florida and coming to Texas. Make plans to join us in the summer of 2025 to raise money for one of the world's great and mysterious species the false gharial.

Spot is trying to sneak. Can you see him?

The weather has brought the bellowing out of the alligators! One of nature's great sounds.

Happy Halloween!

We are excited to offer our guests another way to experience our park. Our Video Scavenger Hunt has 3 different courses that you can follow all with great videos to learn about the animals. We look forward to rolling it out this October as the team has done an excellent job putting it all together!

It's Wednesday. These tortoises understand the assignment. 😀

Beautiful day in Texas

Let's play fetch with AJ and Ruby! It's an evening ritual and you can see the game Saturday at Crocs After Dark.

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What is Crocodile Encounter? Crocodile Encounter is a fully licensed and insured USDA zoological facility whose primary focus is science and wildlife education. Started by a science teacher and his students Crocodile Encounter has grown into a world class animal facility that has a truly unique origin. Originally designed as a mobile science lesson Crocodile Encounter evolved through the years to become an immersive wildlife experience that features not only the nation’s largest group of crocodiles but also many other species from beautiful Bongo antelope to giant tortoises. A visit to Houston's country zoo enables each visitor to experience wildlife in a safe, exciting, and educational fashion. You will see and learn about crocodiles and alligators while being led by our knowledgeable and lively tour guides. We are the premier crocodilian facility in the state of Texas and widely regarded in the zoological world as a standard bearer in the care of captive crocodilians. The animal ambassadors that live at our location are some of the most storied, legendary, and unfortunately endangered animals on the planet. Crocodile Encounter is home to the rare and diminutive Chinese alligator as well as the titanic and critically endangered Orinoco crocodile. Our mission is to further and continuously provide a venue to educate the public on these vital keystone species and the impact they have on the human world. Our goal is to continue strengthening our mission, to lead and inspire every generation by connecting people and wildlife. Developing a passion for wildlife and our natural world doesn’t just benefit the animals but also your family and every family you encounter. In addition to crocodiles many other animal species call Crocodile Encounter home. Our facility is home to numerous species of snakes, lizards, and turtles and some truly spectacular mammals including red kangaroos and the stunning Bongo antelope. 30 minutes south of Houston the wild awaits!