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Moke at 4 months old.

This update was written by primate keeper Melba Brown. 

At 4 months old, our western lowland gorilla infant Moke is already solid on his footing and has started giving his mom, Calaya, some good exercise in chasing after him! The mobility practice sessions he had under her watchful eye appear to have made a noticeable difference in the speed of his movements.

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January 22, 2025

Zoo Mourns Bornean Orangutan Kyle

Primate staff are mourning the loss of Kyle, a 28-year-old male Bornean orangutan who died Jan. 10.

September 24, 2024

Happy World Gorilla Day

This summer has been eventful for our youngest western lowland gorilla, Zahra, who will be 16 months old on Sept. 27. Read primate keeper Francesca Bozzo's update!

May 27, 2024

Happy Birthday, Zahra!

One year ago, our Primate team celebrated the much anticipated birth of a western lowland gorilla: Zahra!