Fatou the Western Lowland Gorilla Celebrates 68th Birthday at Berlin Zoo

Fatou's 68th Birthday Celebration

• 🎂 Fatou, a Western Lowland Gorilla, celebrated her 68th birthday at the Berlin Zoo.
• 📍 She has resided at the zoo for 66 years, having arrived at approximately two years old.

Western Lowland Gorilla Facts

• 🦍 Western Lowland Gorillas are native to Cameroon, Central African Republic, Gabon, and the Republic of Congo.
• ⚠️ They are classified as critically endangered primarily due to habitat loss.
• 📏 This species is the world's largest ape, with adults typically weighing over 200 lb.
• 🔬 Their scientific name is Gorilla Gorilla Gorilla.

Health and Diet of a Senior Gorilla

• 🦴 Like many 68-year-olds, Fatou experiences stiff joints in her arms and knees, a condition known as arthrosis.
• 🩺 Despite her age-related ailments, the vets at the Berlin Zoo monitor her health closely.
• 🍎 Fatou is on a special diet that includes cooked vegetables and fruit, as she no longer has teeth.