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Immersive experience: Gladys Porter Zoo opens new virtual reality attraction
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk Montserrat Pagan , as published by MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News
· July 10, 2026
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Key points The experience is 360 degrees, allowing visitors to look around by turning their head. The Gladys Porter Zoo in Brownsville has introduced a new virtual reality attraction.
The Gladys Porter Zoo in Brownsville has introduced a new virtual reality attraction. Visitors can wear headsets and experience a wildlife film in egg-shaped pods. A zoo staff member assists riders with the headsets.
The attraction features a film called "Legend of Lusca" where visitors can explore coral reefs and a shipwreck in the Bahamas. The experience is 360 degrees, allowing visitors to look around by turning their head.
Further details about the attraction, including other available films, can be found through the source.
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Category: News Published: July 10, 2026 Source: MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News Reading time: 1 min
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