Recovering Gorilla Shows 'Normal Baby Behaviors', Remains Separated

Like most gorillas her age, baby Nayembi generally divides her time between two activities—napping and playing.

But the fact that the recently injured gorilla is eager to play at all has Lincoln Park Zoocaregivers very happy, according to a recent notice from the staff. 

The 3-month-old gorilla was hospitalized last week and listed in stable condition after she reportedly suffered a "serious facial injury". And in the wake of surgery and swelling, the play is offering a welcome reminder that she’s taking the first steps toward recovery.

"We aren’t sure precisely what caused the injury, although it appears to have been inflicted by another gorilla," Lincoln Park Zoo President Kevin Bell said following the incident. "We can say there were no prior indications of aggression in the gorilla troop."

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