The adorable western lowland gorilla was born at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens (JZG) in Florida on September 28. She is currently under assisted rearing provided by the gorilla care staff. (Image: Jacksonville Zoo)(Image: JACKSONVILLE ZOO)At first her 22-year-old mother Kumbuka, who is hearing-impaired, displayed normal maternal behaviour. (Image: JACKSONVILLE ZOO)(Image: Jacksonville Zoo)The zoo hopes the mother and baby will be reunited when the youngster is capable of adjusting herself. Western lowland gorilla is listed as a critically endangered species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

Source: Daily Mirror October 08, 2018 02:48 UTC