Bristol Zoo Project welcomes new silverback to lead troop following popular gorilla’s death

Nkoumou is moving from Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve in Kent to lead Bristol Zoo Project's troop of six western lowland gorillas as part of a conservation breeding programme helping to safeguard the species which is classified as Critically Endangered. - (Bristol Zoo Project)

Bristol Zoo Project has welcomed a new silverback gorilla, Nkoumou, to lead its western lowland troop, following the death of the UK’s oldest male.

Nkoumou will assume the crucial role of peacekeeper and protector for the six-strong family, ensuring stability.