Did you hear the latest news out of Uganda? Get ready for a cuteness overload: the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has just announced that a baby gorilla was born in Bwindi National Park!
This precious little one is a part of the Mukiza Family, which lives in the Ruhija sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. According to UWA spokesman Bashir Hangi, Tomvi – the mother – gave birth to her healthy baby on Valentine’s Day. The arrival of this gorilla baby has brought happiness not only to conservationists and Ugandans, but also tourists!
At first, UWA field teams had difficulty determining the sex of the newborn — understandable because gorilla parents are very protective. But there’s no need to worry because Uganda Parks’ most recent update settles it: it’s a girl!
With this new addition, the Mukiza Family now has 19 members! Stuart Nayebare couldn’t hide his joy as he said that this birth shows many years of successful conservation.
And guess what? This is great news for you adventurers who have been waiting all your life to trek through a tropical rainforest and meet these amazing creatures face-to-face!
But why make such a big deal about gorilla births? Well, it’s something to celebrate! Unlike other animals in the wild, gorillas only give birth to one baby at a time — so each newborn is very special.
Now let’s take you back to last year; 2020 – that pandemic year which saw more than just COVID-19 hit our nation. It turns out that Uganda enjoyed quite the baby boom during those tough times too! Bwindi National Park alone recorded seven births in just six weeks which led some people into thinking whether primate parks closure could have contributed to this spike in numbers.
New baby Gorilla Born in Bwindi National Park
Moving forward into 2021 and 2022, we didn’t see as many gorilla births. But don’t you worry; our officials are working tirelessly to ensure that this baby boom continues!
And did you know that gorilla trekking plays a huge role in their conservation success story? Yes, it does! That’s why Lake Kitandara Tours & Travel is all about sustainable tourism and unforgettable gorilla trekking experiences!
So, if you're ready to witness these incredible creatures in their natural habitat in Bwindi National Park, book your adventure with Lake Kitandara Tours & Travel today! Let's make some memories and celebrate the magic of mountain gorillas together!
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