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A giraffe named Gracie escaped in Texas. No one can seem to find her
By David Fischer, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
A giraffe named Gracie is missing in Texas, and the search for her has become a tall order.Gracie, who is about 3 years old, has been missing for nearly two weeks after escaping her enclosure at Cedar Hollow Ranch in the Texas Hill Country, said Vic Jones, who owns the remote property about 100 m...
Key takeaway Jones said he has sent up helicopters to look for Gracie, a few sightings have trickled in, and a $5,000 reward is on the table.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The search for Gracie the giraffe in the Texas Hill Country has implications for the Pearland community, given the region's own experiences with exotic animals and wildlife management. While Pearland is located in Brazoria County, about 100 miles southeast of the search area, the city's residents may be interested in the outcome of this situation, particularly if it informs local policies on animal enclosures and escape protocols. The fact that Real County has one of the largest concentrations of exotic captive animals in the country raises questions about the potential risks and consequences of such operations, and how they might affect neighboring communities. As the search for Gracie continues, Pearland residents may want to follow the story to see how it unfolds and what lessons can be applied to local animal welfare and public safety efforts. The $5,000 reward offered for information on Gracie's whereabouts also underscores the seriousness with which the situation is being treated.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A giraffe named Gracie is missing in Texas, and the search for her has become a tall order.Gracie, who is about 3 years old, has been missing for nearly two weeks after escaping her enclosure at Cedar Hollow Ranch in the Texas Hill Country, said Vic Jones, who owns the remote property about 100 m...
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