Female Gorillas Injured During Intro to New Silverback at Toronto Zoo

Toronto Zoo says 2 female gorillas injured after altercation with new male silverback - Toronto

Two female gorillas have sustained minor injuries at the Toronto Zoo, during an introduction procedure to a new male gorilla.

Female gorillas injured during intro to new silverback at Toronto Zoo

The integration is part of a broader conservation effort to support the long-term health and genetic diversity of Western lowland gorillas.

Trouble at Toronto Zoo? Two gorillas injured during introduction to new silverback

The zoo said the process is a “natural and normal part of gorilla behaviour” and that staff will monitor the gorillas to ensure the injuries remain minor.

2 female gorillas at Toronto Zoo injured after introduction of new male member

Two female gorillas at the Toronto Zoo are recovering from injuries after meeting a new male member of their band.