07-03-2025
Little Rock Zoo gorilla welcomes newborn
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Little Rock Zoo is welcoming a newborn gorilla.
Zoo officials announced that Adelina gave birth Saturday, March 1, to a healthy newborn gorilla. Staff said this is Adelina's first baby and the first gorilla born at the Little Rock Zoo to give birth.
The gender has not been confirmed yet, but zoo officials said it is nursing well and is expected to continue to thrive.
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Zoo officials said Adelina and Kivu, the dad, were recommended for breeding by the Gorilla Species Survival Plan. Animal care staff at the zoo are monitoring the newborn's progress.
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