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Kijo

Western Lowland Gorilla

Western Lowland Gorilla, born at Howletts Wild Animal Park, deceased, born 1975.

51 Years old
1975 Born
● Deceased ♂ Male Critically Endangered
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About Kijo

Kijo was a male Western Lowland Gorilla who died on December 20, 2008. He lived to 33 years of age.

Born at Howletts Wild Animal Park on April 2, 1975, he was captive-born and spent his entire life at the same facility where he entered the world.

His parents were Ju Ju and Kisoro. Kijo died of a heart attack at Howletts Wild Animal Park, the only home he ever knew.

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Profile
Born 2 April 1975
Age 51 years old
Gender ♂ Male
Subspecies Western Lowland Gorilla
Born at Howletts Wild Animal Park
Passed Away 20 December 2008
Family
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Ju Ju
Mother
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Kisoro
Father
Zoo History
Howletts Wild Animal Park
1975 – 2008
🎂 Birthday
293
days until next birthday
Will turn 52 years old
🌿 Conservation
Critically Endangered

Gorillas are among the most endangered species on Earth. Habitat loss and poaching remain the primary threats.

IUCN Red List ↗
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