Oldest Gorilla Fatou Turns 69 at Berlin Zoo

Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla, marked her 69th birthday with a healthy feast at Berlin Zoo, avoiding sugar due to her age. She arrived in 1959 and lives alone, having outlived many peers.

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At least six gray whales died in San Francisco Bay from March to April 2026, with vessel strikes and malnutrition threatening the struggling population as Arctic food supplies decline.

World's Oldest Gorilla Fatou Celebrates 69th Birthday

Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla in captivity, marked her 69th birthday at Berlin Zoo with a sugar-free feast. The western lowland gorilla arrived in 1959 and remains a beloved resident despite age-related challenges.

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