IN PICS: Critically endangered gorilla born at Belfast Zoo

A critically endangered Western lowland gorilla has been born at Belfast Zoo.

Olivia arrived on 28 August to parents Namoki and Gugas.

However, keepers only recently discovered she was a girl, as gorilla babies cling to their mother’s stomach for the first few months.

As well as Namoki and Gugas, the new arrival has joined Delilah, Kwanza, Kamili and infants, Baako and Kibibi.

Western lowland gorillas come from the dense forests of western central Africa.

Julie Mansell from Belfast Zoo said: “All ape species are endangered or critically endangered.

“Our mission, as a zoo, is to be a major force in conserving and safeguarding habitats and wildlife to make a significant contribution to their survival in the future.”