Gorillas

[adrian1963]

I have no Gorilla photographs in my collection as yet so am looking for help in finding the best enclosure for taking photographs of gorillas and while I am on the subject what would you say was the best zoo and enclosure inside and out for Gorillas

 

[OrangePerson]

The island at Bristol provides some good photographic opportunites.

 

[mazfc]

I'd agree with orangeperson, however I haven't visited either of the aspinell parks.

Think this discussion will give you some of the ideas you need.

http://www.zoochat.com/38/best-gorilla-exhibit-uk-203529/

 

[Pertinax]

I have no Gorilla photographs in my collection as yet so am looking for help in finding the best enclosure for taking photographs of gorillas

Best for photography is probably still Twycross, through glass- the outsides only though. Indoor areas too dark for good photography.

Bristol and London both offer good views outside, Bristol entirely over a watermoat, so rather greater distance, London-through glass windows and /or watermoat. London's inside is light and bright, Bristol's darker and less good for photography.

For photography, Blackpool is okay outdoors too.
also Port Lympne outdoor enclosures are good/open.

 

[OrangePerson]

Best for photography is probably still Twycross, through glass- the outsides only though.

For close-ups maybe but all that sterile shorn grass & brick walls is why I'd choose Bristol inspite of the distance (from my home and the gorillas.) I suppose the antics of the two youngsters also affected my judgement.

Little girl looking across the moat in the direction of large silverback Jock "Oooh look, a waterfall."

 

[Pertinax]

For close-ups maybe but all that sterile shorn grass & brick walls is why I'd choose Bristol inspite of the distance (from my home and the gorillas.

For closeups yes. You can cut out the backgrounds!

That said one of the best Gorilla photos I ever took (and I've taken thousands!) was of Bristol female Salome standing on the boulders near the entrance indoors, and looking directly at me. Never taken a better shot before or since!

 

[care4animals]

Come to the Toronto Zoo in Ontario Canada.The gorillas have an exhibit that is designed as their natural habitat as well as a dayroom with hammocks and an outdoor enclosure with lots of levels and challenges for them. Great picture opportunities.

 

[Jordan-Jaguar97]

Gorilla viewing at Blackpool varies as indoors not so good the island and outdoor is good the island looks more natural.