Zimmerman said the zoo’s conservation breeding programmes play “an important role in maintaining healthy populations for future generations”.
“At the same time, the gorilla troop and their habitat at Bristol Zoo Project connect visitors to the landscape of Equatorial Guinea – where we run one of our largest field conservation projects,” he said.
“Here we work alongside local communities to help people and wildlife, including western lowland gorillas, co-exist and thrive.
“We’re looking forward to watching Nkoumou settle into his new home, develop relationships with the troop and establish his place within the group.”
Bristol Zoological Society has cared for gorillas for nearly 90 years, from much-loved favourites like Alfred and Jock to the current group at Bristol Zoo Project.