Dafina
Western Lowland Gorilla Dafina, born 2 Jan 1987, lives at Safaripark Beekse Bergen.
Dafina is a female Western Lowland Gorilla at Safaripark Beekse Bergen. She was born on 2 January 1987 in the Zoologisch‑botanischer Garten Wilhelma, which makes her 38 years old. Her parents are Dina and Banjo, both recorded in the European studbook.
She spent the first three years of her life at Wilhelma, remaining there until 30 May 1990. After many years in the European zoo system, she arrived at Safaripark Beekse Bergen on 26 September 2025, where she now enjoys daily care and enrichment.
As a captive‑born gorilla, Dafina carries studbook number #972. Her long lifespan provides valuable data on the health and behavior of Western Lowland Gorillas in managed care.
| Born | 2 January 1987 |
| Age | 39 years old |
| Gender | ♀ Female |
| Subspecies | Western Lowland Gorilla |
| Current Zoo | Safaripark Beekse Bergen |
| Born at | Zoologisch-botanischer Garten Wilhelma |
