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Fatou, the oldest of Berlin's zoo and also believed to be the world's oldest gorilla, arrives at its enclosure to celebrate her 69th birthday in Berlin, Germany

Video. Oldest gorilla in captivity celebrates 69th birthday

Updated: 14/04/2026 - 15:25 GMT+2

Arriving in Berlin in 1959, the western lowland gorilla has far outlived the typical 35-40 year wild lifespan through specialised care.

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