Tag: Silverback Gorilla
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Bakari, New Silverback Gorilla, Arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Lead Family Troop
Bakari, a new silverback western lowland gorilla, is the new leader of the family troop at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. As he is settling into his new role in his new home, the Disney Parks Blog shared details about this transition. Bakari is a 21-year-old male western lowland gorilla who can now be found at Gorilla Falls Exploration…
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Gino, the Silverback Gorilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Passes Away
Gino, the 44-year-old silverback western lowland gorilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, has passed away. He was at Disney’s Animal Kingdom from the day it opened and was beloved by the Disney cast and guests alike. The news was announced by Dr. Mark Penning, Vice President, Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment, with the following post on…