Lowland Gorilla

The Lowland Gorilla exhibit at this Richmond West wildlife attraction is among the most profound encounters the destination offers. Western Lowland Gorillas — the most numerous of the gorilla subspecies but still critically endangered — possess a presence that is difficult to describe and impossible to ignore. Their physical power, intelligence, and moments of unmistakable human-like behavior stop visitors in their tracks. Gorilla habitats at world-class wildlife facilities are designed to provide behavioral enrichment and space that supports natural behavior patterns, and watching individuals within a troop interact over time rewards patient observation. For many visitors, the gorilla exhibit becomes the emotional centerpiece of their entire day at this southwest Miami-Dade destination.