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Urko

Western Lowland Gorilla

Western Lowland Gorilla, born at Parc Zool gic de Barcelona, deceased, born 1978.

48 Years old
1978 Born
● Deceased ♂ Male Critically Endangered
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About Urko

Urko was a male Western Lowland Gorilla who died on April 13, 2003. He lived to 25 years of age.

Born at Parc Zoològic de Barcelona on February 2, 1978, he was captive-born and spent his entire life at the same zoo where he was born.

His parents were Ndengue and Copito de Nieve. He remained at Parc Zoològic de Barcelona from birth until his death in 2003.

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Profile
Born 2 February 1978
Age 48 years old
Gender ♂ Male
Subspecies Western Lowland Gorilla
Born at Parc Zool gic de Barcelona
Passed Away 13 April 2003
Family
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Ndengue
Mother
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Copito de Nieve
Father
Zoo History
Parc Zool gic de Barcelona
1978 – 2003
🎂 Birthday
234
days until next birthday
Will turn 49 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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