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We have a bittersweet announcement to share: our juvenile Western lowland gorillas, Gus and Bukavu, will be leaving the Fort Worth Zoo for another AZA-accredited facility in the coming weeks. While this transition is bittersweet for our team, we know it is in the best interest of both gorillas and reflects the natural progression for them as they continue to mature and grow.
At their new home, Gus (10) and Bukavu (8) will join a growing bachelor troop, allowing them to develop alongside other gorillas of similar age and size. In the wild, juvenile male gorillas typically leave their family troop around this age, moving on to form bonds with other young males as they grow bigger and stronger together.
As Gus and Bukavu continue to mature, there would naturally come a day when they could no longer peacefully coexist with our silverback, Elmo. While that has not happened, our team knows that this is the natural next stage of life and believes it is the right time for them to integrate into their new troop. At this age, young male gorillas are more playful and open to forming new relationships than they are as fully mature adults, making this an ideal time for their social development. The goal is for Gus and Bukavu to maintain their strong social bond and grow bonds with their new troop mates as they continue developing into adult silverbacks.
Gus' birth here at the Zoo in 2015 marked a significant conservation milestone for this critically endangered species and a historic first and unforgettable moment for the Fort Worth Zoo. Bukavu arrived at the Zoo at age 4 and quickly formed a close bond with Gus. As was always the goal, this move will allow the pair to remain together as they begin their next chapter. We remain committed to the care and well-being of our Western lowland gorilla troop and are confident this move represents the best possible outcome for Gus and Bukavu.
We know many guests have followed Gus and Bukavu's journey over the years, and while we will miss them here in Fort Worth, we are excited for their next chapter as they continue to grow up and thrive alongside other young gorillas!