15.4.2026 – Source: Anke B, Zoo Berlin
Gorilla Fatou is making history once again: On the 13th of April the senior celebrated her 69th birthday today. Fatou, who arrived at Zoo Berlin in 1959, is not only the zoo’s oldest resident but also remains the oldest gorilla in human care worldwide. 🦍 With her remarkable age, she is a special ambassador for conservation and represents her critically endangered species in the wild.
Her care is continuously adapted to her individual needs – including plenty of opportunities for retreat as well as targeted enrichment to support both her physical and mental well-being. We wish her all the best on her special day! 🎉
Anke visited Fatou on her 69. birthday in the afternoon. Fatou seemed to be quite tired after her birthday party in the morning and showed us unfortunately only her back …
…. before she took a nap.
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