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Rafa

Western Lowland Gorilla

Western Lowland Gorilla released to the wild, born 2026.

0 Years old
2026 Born
RELEASED Current Zoo
● Alive ♂ Male Critically Endangered
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About Rafa

Rafa is a male Western Lowland Gorilla who has been released back to the wild. Born on June 4, 2026, at Africa with wild parents.

His rehabilitation began in June 2017 at Le Parc de la L k di. From there, he moved to the Gorilla Protection Project Bat k Plateau in October 2018, where he continued his preparation for life in the wild.

After his time at the Gorilla Protection Project, Rafa achieved what every orphaned gorilla hopes for – release back to his natural habitat. His successful return to the wild represents the ultimate goal of gorilla rehabilitation programs.

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Profile
Born 3 June 2026
Age 0 years old
Gender ♂ Male
Subspecies Western Lowland Gorilla
Current Zoo RELEASED
Born at Africa
Family
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Wild
Mother
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Wild
Father
Zoo History
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June.2017: Le Parc de la L k di June.2017
October.2018: Gorilla Protection Project Bat k Plateau October.2018
RELEASED
🎂 Birthday
360
days until next birthday
Will turn 1 years old
📍 Current Zoo
RELEASED
🌿 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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