Djeke

He first opened his eyes in the sunlit halls of Lincoln Park Zoo on 12 June 2019. From that day, the young gorilla has grown under the careful watch of keepers who monitor each milestone of his development. The male’s lineage ties him to Bana and Kwanza, both prominent figures in the captive population. Though he is still young, his presence enriches the exhibit, offering visitors a tangible glimpse of a subspecies that faces severe threats in the wild. As a resident of the same zoo since birth, his life here reflects the dedication of a facility that prioritizes continuity and enrichment for its animals.