Feeling patriotic? What more perfect thing to do over the 4th of July weekend than to come to our McGovern’s Children’s Zoo to see, up close and without obstruction of mesh or glass, our striking national symbol — Liberty, the Southern Bald Eagle.
Liberty, the Houston Zoo's majestic, dignified Southern Bald Eagle
Adapted as the official symbol when George Washington became the first President, the Eagle appears on most of our gold and silver coins and as an emblem in many of official United States seals. It’s also used decoratively for many patriotic purposes.
The Bald Eagle was chosen for it’s appearance of strength and represents freedom. You might get a little choked up to see her. Our viewing deck is raised so you are often eye to eye.
This weekend might be a little rainy, but it’s a great thing to do throughout July. Come to think of it, why not just make her part of your visit anytime of the year?
If you’ve seen Liberty yourself, are a fan of the Bald Eagle, or are feeling partiotic as we approach the weeken, please tell us and all your fellow readers about it in the comments section below. It’s easy, and we’d love to hear from you!
Written by Rochelle Joseph
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Liberty is beautiful. We always make a point to see her every visit. Thank you Houston Zoo and staff.
Thank YOU Molly, for appreciating Liberty. It’s great that you visit her every time. It is pretty incredible to stand so close to such a powerful looking bird, one you would never see up close like that anywhere else. Her exhibit is going to be gussied up very soon, so I hope you will enjoy that too.