Jameela Pillows
Description: Jameela, a western lowland gorilla born at the Fort Worth Zoo, arrived March 27 at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo with hopes of joining the zoo’s gorilla troop and that one of the adult female gorillas will step in as a foster to mother the infant. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo was identified as a potential home for Jameela after her mother and other female gorillas at the Fort Worth Zoo did not show maternal care for the infant.
Description: Jameela, a western lowland gorilla born at the Fort Worth Zoo, arrived March 27 at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo with hopes of joining the zoo’s gorilla troop and that one of the adult female gorillas will step in as a foster to mother the infant. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo was identified as a potential home for Jameela after her mother and other female gorillas at the Fort Worth Zoo did not show maternal care for the infant.
Description: Jameela, a western lowland gorilla born at the Fort Worth Zoo, arrived March 27 at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo with hopes of joining the zoo’s gorilla troop and that one of the adult female gorillas will step in as a foster to mother the infant. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo was identified as a potential home for Jameela after her mother and other female gorillas at the Fort Worth Zoo did not show maternal care for the infant.
Description: Born January 5, 2024 at the Fort Worth Zoo via emergency C-section, Jameela overcame a challenging start and made history. In March 2025, she arrived at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, where she is now thriving—growing, learning, and bonding with her new gorilla family one step at a time.
Description: This image captures a touching family moment among three gorillas. The gorilla in the forefront is Freddy, a remarkable 50-year-old mother who has adopted both younger gorillas seen with her. On Freddy's back is Jameela, a baby gorilla from Fort Worth, Texas, who looks secure and content. Following closely behind is Kayembe, a curious toddler holding onto Freddy for support. This heartwarming scene showcases the deep bonds and family structure in gorilla communities, with Freddy's dedication as an adoptive mother highlighting the profound connections that can form in the animal kingdom.
