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Columbus Zoo Celebrates Birth of Critically Endangered Gorilla

The newborn marks the 35th gorilla born at the zoo, a significant step for the Species Survival Plan.

  • The baby gorilla, born to first-time mother Sue and experienced father Ktembe, is being closely monitored.
  • Zoo officials have yet to determine the baby's sex to allow bonding time with minimal interruptions.
  • The gorilla troop, including curious older sibling Jamani, is adjusting well to the new addition.
  • Visitors can see the baby gorilla starting Monday during limited viewing hours.
  • Western lowland gorillas face severe threats from habitat loss and the illegal bushmeat trade.
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