Mwelu
Western Lowland Gorilla
Western Lowland Gorilla at Memphis Zoo, born 1986.
39
Years old
1986
Born
Memphis Zoo
Current Zoo
● Alive
♂ Male
Critically Endangered
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About Mwelu
Mwelu is a male Western Lowland Gorilla currently living at Memphis Zoo. Mwelu is currently 39 years old.
Born at Columbus Zoo & Aquarium (captive-born).
Parents: Pongi and Oscar.
Official studbook number: #923.
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Profile
| Born | 16 July 1986 |
| Age | 39 years old |
| Gender | ♂ Male |
| Subspecies | Western Lowland Gorilla |
| Current Zoo | Memphis Zoo |
| Born at | Columbus Zoo & Aquarium |
Family
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Pongi
Mother
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Oscar
Father
Zoo History
Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
1986 – 1987
Birmingham Zoo
1987 – 1987
Cincinnati Zoo
1987 – 1988
Birmingham Zoo
1988 – 1988
Cincinnati Zoo
1988 – 1989
Birmingham Zoo
1989 – 1991
Cincinnati Zoo
1991 – 1993
Gulf Breeze Zoo
1993 – 2007
Memphis Zoo
2007 – Present
