World Gorilla Day is here – 24 September 2026

Today we celebrate one of our planet's most remarkable species and raise awareness about the urgent conservation challenges facing gorillas in the wild. World Gorilla Day highlights the critical work of organisations like the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund to protect these intelligent, endangered primates and their habitats. Whether you're visiting a UK zoo to see these magnificent creatures up close or supporting conservation efforts from home, every action counts in securing a future for gorillas.