Western lowland gorilla Lekedi born at Howletts marks 155th gorilla birth milestone

Baby western lowland gorilla Lekedi was born on 19 December 2025 at Howletts Wild Animal Park and is showing advanced development for his age, including early weaning onto solid foods. His birth represents the 155th gorilla born across Howletts and Port Lympne, reinforcing the parks' status as one of the UK's most successful breeders of this critically endangered species.