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Endangered Gorilla Gladys Welcomes Baby at Cincinnati Zoo
9/25/2025
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Story summary
- Gladys, a 12-year-old gorilla, gave birth at Cincinnati Zoo on September 20, 2025; Western lowland gorillas are critically endangered.
- The baby and Gladys debuted in the outdoor habitat on September 23, 2025, after a 24/7 birth watch.
- Mbeli, 23-year-old, is the baby’s father; Head gorilla keeper Ashley Ashcraft notes Gladys is attentive.
