North America Western Lowland Gorilla Population

King of Komodo Dragons said:
20yr old Megan at Dallas Zoo gave birth to a healthy baby on Friday. Mom and baby are both doing well and even went on exhibit for the first time over the weekend.

https://x.com/DallasZoo/status/1947771133698228425

edit: The facebook post states that the father is Marcus in case anyone was curious.
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The gorilla was sexed as (1m.0) and named Mbeke.

63K views · 3.6K reactions | It’s a BOY! Megan’s one-month-old little bundle has us completely smitten. The whole family troop joined in for a fun gender reveal party, complete with special icy blue treats. We just can’t get enough of this sweet little guy! Want to help gorillas like him thrive in the wild? Bring your old cell phones to the Dallas Zoo’s Membership Booth! Recycling your device reduces harmful coltan mining and supports gorilla conservation programs. Even a small drop-off can make a big difference for gorillas in the wild. Drop off your phones now through Sept. 1 and make an impact! | Dallas Zoo
119K views · 6.9K reactions | GORILLA BABY NAME REVEAL: Our littlest gorilla baby finally has a name – meet Mbeke (em-BEH-kay)! Mbeke is named in honor of Jackson Mbeke, Director of Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education Center (GRACE Gorillas ), one of the Dallas Zoo’s vital conservation partners in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Jackson and the GRACE team rescue gorillas and work hand-in-hand with local communities to protect wild gorillas and their habitats. Their tireless work gives hope for the future of these incredible animals. And now, our littlest gorilla carries a piece of that legacy with him! Take advantage of this “cool” weather and come say hi to Mbeke! | Dallas Zoo
 
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