N’Gola
SwitzerlandanimalMaleb. 19845.0Global Dominance: 0.00%N’Gola was a prominent silverback gorilla at the Zurich Zoo, known for his remarkable lineage and nurturing behavior. Born on April 15, 1977, he became a media sensation in Switzerland, particularly after turning 40, due to his impressive size and fatherly instincts, having fathered 34 offspring. N’Gola passed away at the age of 47, with his health declining over recent years, leading to his euthanasia to improve the well-being of the remaining gorilla group.
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N’Gola was the long-time silverback who was euthanized last year due to heart problems.
Zoo Zürich: Vorsichtige Freude über GorillanachwuchsSwitzerland· 2026-07-29
N'Gola was a 47-year-old gorilla at Zoo Zürich who was euthanized due to long-standing health issues.
Nach Todesfällen bei Elefanten im Zoo Zürich ist Kalb Zali unter BeobachtungSwitzerland· 2025-04-23
N’Gola was a silverback gorilla at the Zurich Zoo who became a media star and was known for his caring nature as a father.
Das bewegte Leben des Zürcher Gorilla-StarsSwitzerland· 2025-04-09
