In a world full of chaos and uncertainty, there are moments that remind us of the profound bond we share with all living creatures. One such moment happened over two…
Ambam, a silverback gorilla at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park in Kent, England, has captivated animal enthusiasts worldwide with his unusual ability to walk upright on two legs, much like…
Gorillas are one of the closest species to humans genetically, and we share many qualities with them. Gorillas are highly social, empathetic and intelligent animals. When these human-like qualities are…
It’s always a special moment for a zoo when a new baby animal is born, especially when they are part of an endangered species. Each new birth is a step…
Some animals are blessed with exceptionally long lives, and a special few even hold the distinction as the oldest living member of their species. Fatou, the “grande dame” of the…
Damian Aspinall’s dedication to gorilla conservation began with the establishment of the Aspinall Foundation in 1992, a significant milestone in his efforts to protect and preserve these magnificent creatures. At…
In February, we reported on the story of Jameela, a prematurely-born baby gorilla who was successfully delivered via a rare c-section. But it turns out that wasn’t the end of the…
The birth of a newborn gorilla took a dramatic turn recently when life-threatening complications impacted the health of the mother — until staff acted fast to perform an emergency surgery…
Measuring the impact that Robin Williams had on the world is almost impossible. The comedic genius had the magical ability of making people laugh, even when happiness was absent. But it wasn’t just people…
Gorillas are one of the closest animal relatives to humans, and raising a baby gorilla is a lot like raising a human baby. That’s what one heartwarming story from last year…
An alpha male gorilla named Chimanuka had a tense and daunting task of trying to get his family and troop safely across a road that goes through the nature park…
Aspinall Foundation works to bring gorillas in captivity back to their natural environment. The Foundation is managed by Damian Aspinall, who in the past 10 years has seen hundreds of gorillas…
Exactly 37 years ago, in 1986, 5-year-old Levan Merritt visited to the zoo with his brothers and parents. But what was meant to be a nice day quickly turned into a…
I have always been in awe of primates; up close they are fascinating creatures who give us so much insight into how we as humans have evolved. Their hands and…
The birth of a baby is a truly a miraculous thing to witness, no matter which species. When Calaya, a western lowland gorilla, gave birth to her first born, the…
Sometimes animals become orphaned, and rely on the kindness of humans for survival. Thankfully, there are many people who devote their lives to taking care of these animals, and can…
A scary moment was caught on camera by guests visiting the San Diego Zoo when they saw a stray dog in the gorilla enclosure. The male German Shepherd ran around…
It’s always a special day for a zoo when a new baby animal is born, especially when it’s a member of an endangered species. Each new birth is a step…
When multi-millionaire and wildlife conservationist Damian Aspinall introduced his new wife to two of his old friends, he didn’t think he would have to worry about them stealing her away…
Gorillas are incredible animals, and they’re also one of the closest animal relatives to humans. Our species share a lot in common, and many times an unlikely, beautiful bond can…
