Gorilla Kills Young Boy at Ohio Zoo

A young boy was fatally attacked by a gorilla at the Cincinnati Zoo on Saturday. The incident is being investigated, but authorities believe that the 4-year-old boy somehow climbed into the gorilla's enclosure, leading to the animal's death.

The boy had been at the zoo with his mother and two younger siblings. According to eyewitnesses, the mother had been watching her children play when she turned around for a moment and saw her son in the arms of the gorilla. The 400-pound animal then dragged the child around before ultimately killing him.

Zoo officials made the decision to shoot and kill the gorilla in order to save the child's life. "It was a very tough decision," said Thane Maynard, director of the Cincinnati Zoo. "We are heartbroken about losing this gorilla, but a child's life was in danger and we had to take action."

Maynard added that it was unclear how or why the 4-year-old boy managed to get into the enclosure. The Cincinnati Zoo has since increased security measures surrounding its gorillas' exhibit.

Infant Gorilla Dies at Atlanta Zoo

Zoo officials say a six-month-old baby gorilla has died at the Atlanta Zoo.

The cause of death has not yet been determined, but zoo officials say an autopsy is scheduled for Monday.

This is the first death of a gorilla at the Atlanta Zoo since it opened in 1992.

The baby gorilla was born on Nov. 19 to parents Bamboo and Goban.

Special Report: The Truth about Gorillas

Gorillas are often thought of as the gentle giants of the animal kingdom. But is this really true? Gorillas can be incredibly ferocious, and are known to kill other gorillas.

In recent years, there have been several reports of gorillas attacking and killing humans. For example, in November 2017 a 5-year-old boy was killed by a gorilla at a wildlife park in Ohio. And in 2016, a British tourist was killed by a gorilla at a safari park in Scotland.

So what is behind this sudden spate of gorilla attacks? Some experts believe that the increase in attacks is due to changes in their natural habitat. Gorillas are now living closer to human settlements than ever before, and this is causing them to become more aggressive.

Others believe that the problem lies with humans, and that we are not doing enough to protect gorillas from harm. In some cases, gorillas have been killed by people who simply don't know how to behave around them.

Whatever the reason for the increase in gorilla attacks, it is clear that we need to do more to protect these animals. They are an important part of our ecosystem, and we cannot afford to lose them.

Gorillas on the Verge of Extinction?

The mountain gorilla is one of the most endangered species in the world. There are only about 880 left in the wild, and their population continues to decline. This is largely due to habitat loss and poaching.

These magnificent creatures live in the mountains of Africa, and they are very strong and agile. They are also highly social animals, and they work together to protect their territory from danger.

Gorillas are herbivores, and they eat mainly leaves, fruit, and bamboo. They also drink water from streams or rivers.

Mountain gorillas are threatened by many different factors. Their habitat is being destroyed by deforestation and development. They are also vulnerable to poaching, because their meat is considered a delicacy. And finally, they can catch diseases from humans, such as Ebola virus.

There are several organizations that are working to protect mountain gorillas. The World Wildlife Fund is working with local communities to promote sustainable development initiatives that will help protect the habitat of these animals. And the Gorilla Doctors are working to treat sick gorillas and prevent the spread of disease.

It is vital that we work together to save these beautiful creatures before they disappear forever.

Rescued Gorilla Gives Birth to Baby

A baby gorilla who was born after her mother was rescued from bushmeat traders in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been named "Ndakasi" which means "survivor" in the local Lingala language.

The infant gorilla was born on June 2 at the Pointe-Noire Zoological Park in the country's south, some three months after her mother was saved from being sold as bushmeat.

"She is a beautiful little girl and very active. We are very happy that she and her mother are doing well," said Blandine Konde, the zoo's head veterinarian.

Ndakasi's birth is a rare success for preservationists fighting to protect Central Africa's endangered mountain gorillas.

Nearly 300 of the critically-endangered primates are estimated to live in the forests of the Congo, but their numbers have fallen by more than 60 percent over the past two decades due to poaching and habitat loss.

Mountain gorillas are so called because they prefer to live in montane forests, often above 2,000 metres (6,500 feet) altitude. They are larger and heavier than their lowland cousins with thick fur that helps them cope with colder temperatures.

The new arrival at Pointe-Noire is especially welcome as only two other baby gorillas have been born in captivity in the Congo this year, according to Konde.

------------------------------------------------------ Gorilla conservation efforts have had a recent victory with the birth of a baby gorilla named "Ndakasi" at a zoological park in Pointe-Noire, Republic of Congo. Three months ago, Ndakasi's mother was among a group of gorillas saved from being trafficked for bushmeat trade; now that she has given birth, Ndakasi and her mother are both healthy and doing well. This event is significant for conservationists working to protect Central Africa's endangered mountain gorillas; nearly 300 of these primates live in forested areas of the Congo, but their populations have decreased by more than 60% over the past two decades due to poaching and habitat loss. Mountain gorillas earn this name because they reside mainly in mountainous forests—at altitudes higher than 6500 feet—and tend to be larger and heavier than their lowland counterparts; additionally, they boast thick coats which help them withstand colder temperatures. As one of only three baby gorillas born in captivity within Congo this year, Ndakasi's birth is momentous news for conservationists trying to preserve this critically endangered species.