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Gladys Porter Zoo was opened to the public on September 3, 1971, and located at 500 Ringgold St, Brownsville, Texas and is an oasis nestled in the center of Brownsville, Texas. With 27 acres of lush tropical plants and some 1,500 animals, the Zoo is known for its successes in breeding endangered species of wildlife. Gladys Porter Zoo was innovative for the time and continues to be a world-class facility. In fact, the naturalistic exhibition of the architectural concept won the 189 Texas Construction Branch General Contractor Outstanding Construction Award. The Zoo has continued growing and improving over the years – adding new exhibits, animals, and amenities along the way.