Lions made paw prints, while capybaras were given a pile of snow to examine—and taste. In a post on its own site, Houston Zoo said: "During the weather event, a group of 66 dedicated staff ...

From the lions and leopards to the flamingos and bald eagles, the animals seemed to enjoy exploring the magical snow.

The Houston Zoo is home to more than 6,000 animals and it is the second most visited zoo in the U.S. Exhibits range from the African Forest, which features rhinos, zebras and giraffes, to the new ...

A lion and a capybara enjoy some snow-based enrichment at Houston Zoo. A lion and a capybara enjoy some snow-based enrichment at Houston Zoo. Kevin Kendrick/Houston Zoo/AP In a post on its own ...