Please welcome the newest addition to our family – Segasira

World Gorilla Day creates the opportunity for people all over the world to come together in celebrating the gorilla, and more importantly, taking action to protect gorillas in the wild.

In appreciation and support of this day, Gorilla Mill has adopted it's very own Gorilla – SEGASIRA – a male Silverback, born 2005.

Segasira was born to Tuck and Titus on Oct.8, 2005 and is currently the third ranking silverback in Titus’ group. He and his mother stayed with Titus when Beetsme’s group split in two in 2007. His name means “safeguard” or “protect”, which has gained more meaning as he plays an important role in the protection and leadership of the group.

2017 was the inaugural year for World Gorilla Day and it also marked the fiftieth anniversary of Karisoke Research Center, operated by The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International (DFGFI). Established by Dian Fossey, Karisoke is the longest running gorilla field study site dedicated to the conservation, protection, and study of gorillas and their habitats in Africa. There are many great organizations and individuals dedicated to fighting for their survival, but greater awareness and investment are essential to gaining ground for gorillas. World Gorilla Day strives to be a rallying point for bolstering appreciation and action for these great apes.

Please join us in welcoming Segasira to our family and we'll provide photos and video of his progress throughout the coming months and years!