Texas Wildlife Expo has expanded its scope for 1997, including a new area dedicated to activities for younger visitors called the Little Critters' Corner. The event runs 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Texas Wildlife Expo is free to the public, with on-site parking available at no charge. Kids can learn about the role of this important group of organisms and try their luck at finding out whether the stream is clean or not. Live animals in the exhibit include friendly snakes, turtles and salamanders.
Children can win prizes by participating in wildlife quizzes.
This year will feature an additional display of rare Texas wildlife. TPW supports and reinforces the importance of positive hobbies by featuring a tot's fishing booth at the Little Critters tent. The stars of the Texas Zoo exhibit include native Texas animals and many endangered species. Kids can visit the jaguarundi, margay, collared peccary, bobcat, crested cara cara, black-bellied whistling duck and others. Certain animals are even available to touch at various times throughout the weekend.