World Gorilla Day marks the 16th anniversary of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International’s Karisoke Research Center, which is the longest running field site dedicated to gorilla research and conservation. We will share the date on our social media channels!īaby Saambili’s has grown so much since her birth on June 25, 2018! Our animal care team aims for Megan and her baby to make their first scheduled public appearance by the end of the week (weather dependent). Rehabilitation and Conservation Education Center (GRACE). Gorilla conservation for many years through its partners at the Dian Species in human care and in their native habitat. Zoos, the nation’s top zoos have never been more committed to protecting this With nearly 300 western lowland gorillas living in AZA-accredited There are roughly 3,800 Grauer’s gorillas,Ĩ80 mountain gorillas, and 300 Cross River gorillas remaining in the wild. To the Congo Basin, western lowland gorillas are the smallest of the subspeciesĪnd the least critically endangered. To habitat destruction, poaching for bush meat, animal trafficking, and disease. To the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International, there are approximately 350,000 A moniker and the baby’s gender reveal will come within the coming weeks. Zoologists will take their cues from Megan on her comfort level and readiness to explore the habitat. All six family troop members have remained behind the scenes so Megan and her baby can bond privately. The Dallas Zoo cares for ten gorillas, including the bachelor troop who live on the south side of the Gorilla Trail, and the family troop who live on the north side. Megan holds her sleeping baby./Lead Zoologist Tara S. She now has the wonderful opportunity to raise a baby “This is also a big moment for mom Megan who has been extremely interested in To learn, grow, and play together,” said Linda King, Dallas Zoo’s Primate Supervisor. The most ideal social situation for our troop – both of our babies will be able Subira has proven to be an excellent father to Saambili, and he’s recently been observed giving her special attention and playtime during this quiet period for the troop. Mom Megan was paired with silverback Subira (also the father to Saambili) on an Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (AZA) Species Survival Plan breeding recommendation in hopes of increasing the western lowland gorilla population in North America. Shows the dedication and perseverance of our world-class animal experts.” Gorilla for two decades, to now having two babies back-to-back, and it truly Protection in human care,” said Gregg Husdon, Dallas Zoo’s President andĬEO. Save them in the wild, and now we’re contributing more than ever to their Huge part of Dallas Zoo’s mission – we’ve been unwavering in our commitment to Nearly nine-month-old gorilla Saambili (born Jto mom Hope) now has a half-sibling playmate, and she’s already shown much interest in the newest addition. This birth brings another new wave of excitement for the Dallas Zoo – this is the first time we’ve cared for two baby gorillas at the same time in almost 50 years. This is Megan’s first time raising a baby and both are doing well Megan has been very attentive, and the baby is nursing often and is keeping a strong grip on mom. Our 13-year-old critically endangered western lowland gorilla Megan quietly delivered the infant in the early morning on Thursday, March 7. A close-up of Megan’s baby./Senior Zoologist Annie B.
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