Go West, Young Silverback! (Media Release)
The Louisville Zoo and the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens are proud to announce the upcoming move of 27-year-old male western lowland gorilla Cecil to California. Find Out More
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Zoo to Celebrate Key Birthdays of Beloved Residents: Polar Bear Qannik, Elephant Punch and Gorilla Jelani (Media Release)
January brings some significant birthdays for several of the Louisville Zoo’s most beloved animals. On January 4, 2025, the Zoo will celebrate polar bear Qannik, Asian elephant Punch and western lowland gorilla Jelani’s birthdays. Find Out More
Abeo and Foster Mom Kweli Now on Exhibit at Louisville Zoo’s Award-Winning Gorilla Forest (Media Release)
Visitors to the Louisville Zoo can now see infant gorilla Abeo (pronounced ah-BAY-oh) as he makes his debut in the Zoo’s award-winning Gorilla Forest. Find Out More
Louisville Zoo Welcomes Infant Gorilla for Fostering (Media Release)
The Louisville Zoo has welcomed a 1 ½-month-old infant male western lowland gorilla named Abeo (ah-bay-oh) to our award-winning Gorilla Forest habitat. Find Out More
Louisville Zoo Welcomes New Western Lowland Gorilla (Media Release)
The Louisville Zoo is happy to announce the newest addition to its extended family and its award-winning Gorilla Forest habitat: 11-year-old western lowland gorilla, Patty. Find Out More