Kayembe #4 - 4 months old -Baby Gorilla

This is the 4th video in a series that features the new baby gorilla at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Today is March 6th. This baby gorilla was born on October 26, he is now 18 weeks old. His mother, Nneka, is a young mother who did not show proper maternal care after birth. So, a surrogate - not his birth mother - has taken over caring for the baby. The surrogate is a gorilla named Fredrika (or Freddie, age 47). She has raised 4 babies of her own. Kayembe was the first gorilla zoo born in Cleveland.
Birthdates: Mokolo 7/10/87, Fredrika 6/5/74, Nneka 9/23/98, Kebi 1/13/91/ Tusa 12/2/89, Kayembe 10/26/21
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[@mariad4337]

New here, what is the background story or where can I find?

[@larrysanimalsafari]

I'll try to make it brief…baby gorilla born at Cleveland Zoo Oct 26,2021, young mother (age 23) delivers baby, does not show proper maternal care, an older female in the troop (age 47) stepped in and started caring for baby. She has previously cared for 4 babies. She (Fredricka/Freddy) is referred to as the surrogate mother. More videos to come.

[@marinamarina9823]

@@larrysanimalsafari Спасибо за объяснение!!! ❤️

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👋😁

[@yvonnejones9940]

Putting Freddy up there with Genki as top gorilla mamas! She adopted him, loved him, never letting go. Special cute baby with fierce mom. 😊😊😊😊

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Great! 😀

[@Georgie14]

💯💯

[@annbynum9689]

Just to cute ,tell us the whole story about these two more more more please.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Okay, keep watching for more videos or subscribe!

[@shawnmatthews9594]

It hard to believe that Freddy isn't Kayembe's bio mom! She loves him as her own, instinctively. Wow! Love without limit 🙏🏾🦍❤

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👍, more videos to come.

[@kimhaveman3628]

Totally agree! Just beautiful to watch! Freddy is just spectacular!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thanks for watching!

[@Georgie14]

At 47 Freddie has great Mother reflexes! She knows when a baby is about to fall😂❤️

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Yep, and to reply to one of your questions. Keep in mind, human babies suck on a pacifier to calm/soothe themselves. We think Kayembe does the same. His nutritional needs are met when he is fed formula and Orangutan milk from a bottle by the zoo keepers.

[@MrKevy40]

How are they producing orangutan milk?Have they trained an orangutan mom to let them pump milk from her. Do you have any videos of him taking a bottle?Great work you do

[@larrysanimalsafari]

@MrKevy40 FYI the zoo has a troop of Orangutans. One had a baby this past year and they had some orangutan milk (actually colostrum) banked from the mom Orangutan Kera Wak. I will be releasing a video this weekend that refers subscribers to a KZbin video released by the zoo that has many interesting details about the birth of Kayembe and his care. Stay tuned.--update- my video 8-1/2 gives details of where to look. No, I don't have any videos of them actually feeding Kayembe by bottle. Thanks for following.

[@cut_red.]

Such a adorable baby 👶 Thank Freddy for caring a vulnerable baby, you're the most beautiful mom! 😍♡♡♡

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Yes, more videos to come.

[@Sirianstar10]

Good catch, Freddy! Wow! Could Kayembe be any darn cute??? I just love that little guy.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Totally!

[@Sammy-kn2nb]

Lol Keyambi's hair always cracked me up at that age. Freddy never ceases to amaze me. I just love her.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👍😁

[@julieherring7749]

Beautiful and handsome little baby , he’s so gorgeous .thank you Larry.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thank you too

[@aruba531]

Mom was more prepared this time at 4:40 with her arm guarding a fall! Lol. So beautiful!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Yes!

[@ritahughes7639]

Karembe is the most cutest baby, he have chest muscles already, I love his name, I voted for his name, I'm so glad they named him karembe ❤️

[@katewaterbaby]

Wow, Freddie is quick! These two are a wonder! Oh, he does have chest muscles! I voted for the name, too. But I think it is Kayembe. Quite amazing that Freddie has actually begun lactating, at 47. Go girl!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

That’s great!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Oh my goodness. My typo, thanks for helping me get that corrected. 👍

[@kimhaveman3628]

She is just so loving with her son. Yes … her son. She is an amazing momma!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Yes. Thanks for watching. More to come.

[@mortalclown3812]

Seeing this again in Dec. '23 and getting kind of choked up, tbh. Freddie was so elderly - in gorilla years - when she took on a new baby. Her kindness/zen w/Kayembe will stay with all of us. I think he will be an amazing troop leader one of these days... Her legacy is in our 💕 hearts. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@larrysanimalsafari]

She is special!

[@MySkinnydip]

Beautiful little Babyback! That Mohawk is insane!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Yep

[@ramonaschwarzlose5909]

Kayembe, so ein süßer Schatz! Er war schon als Baby ein aufgewecktes Kind. Freddie geht ganz vorsichtig mit dem Kleinen um. Ich kann mich gar nicht "satt" sehen. 🥰🥰🥰❤

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thanks for watching

[@lisaturtle1106]

Omg I am new here too! So excited to follow this beautiful babies story and “surrogate” mother. Just like the saying goes for humans , “blood doesn’t make you family love does”this is so appropriate with this journey!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Welcome! Be sure to look at my short video Kayembe #8-1/2. There I refer you to a zoo presentation where zoo staff explained their preparation and what happened with Kayembe his first couple months of life.

[@lisaturtle1106]

@@larrysanimalsafari Thank you I sure well

[@sharondunlap9908]

What a sweet little 4 month old

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👏😁

[@sheilawilson9992]

Ahhh! I'm so glad you showed this one. He started out with that ornery look that he still has. He's soo darn cute. I'm not sure what he was thinking when he started to jump outta that hammack, but wow Freddy was quick on that one! She's like we're gettin you down on the floor for a while. Do your jumpin on the floor, not the hammock!lol She's such a great mom. It's just almost unbelievable how human like they really are. No one would ever know Freddy wasn't his bio-mom. It couldn't have been more perfect that his foster mom was right there and they didn't have find a surrogate somewhere else and have to move him away. ❤🤗Big Hugs Kyembie!!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Sorry I missed you comment. Thank you for sharing . And welcome! 👋

[@mariad4337]

I love how Freddy always has eyes on Kayembe! She is so loving!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Yes, subtle but always aware. 😁👍

[@mariad4337]

Lightening fast reflexes from Freddy! Loved the “ Let’s see that again!”

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👍😁

[@jimterryh1983]

Kaymbe is strong, alert, healthy and beautiful! His mom is the best ❗🌻

[@larrysanimalsafari]

More to come, subscribe to get updates.

[@stevemorris6790]

Adorable!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thanks for checking out that video. 👋😁

[@ABlackCountryWoman]

Such a gentle momma. My God they are miraculous creatures.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Yes! Welcome to the channel. 👋 And thanks for sharing a comment. 😁

[@khaleesi4210]

So cute!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Yes, thanks for watching.

[@mariageldenhuys6309]

Gorilla infants are fascinating. I ♥️ them all.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thanks for watching. Appreciate the comment too. Check out my playlist to see many more of this gorilla and a young orangutan. studio.kzbin.info/door/KjoSRC6S31Y9DrPkMuexfAplaylists

[@sonjavandam1306]

My ❤️ Exploded with joy. Thank you..

[@larrysanimalsafari]

You are welcome. More to come.

[@patsysmith540]

Oh this is so beautiful.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thank you. 😁And welcome to the channel, there is lots more. Check out my playlist. 👍

[@MagentaBell]

He’s just the cutest! Love his spiky but downy-soft looking hair. And those ropey little muscles on that tiny thing! Amazing! ❤

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👍😁 thanks for watching and sharing a comment.

[@rosa2dogs]

What a very sweet, well behaved baby and awesome mother❣️💞🦍Thank you so much videograph👏💞

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thank you. More to come.

[@erynporter9951]

Another great video! Thank you! Kayembe is lucky Momma Freddie is such a good Mom and pays attention to him or he could have gotten hurt pretty badly jumping out of the hammock. My heart was in my throat as I think every parent has had that "Oh NO" feeling at one point or another. Ughhh🤦🤦❤️!!!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👋. I can still remember that moment today. 🙈 saved by momma.

[@Liz_678]

What a sweetheart 🥰. Great video! Thanks

[@larrysanimalsafari]

You are welcome

[@ABlackCountryWoman]

She’s so aware… I can’t believe what a mother she is. And the baby seems to be more curious and aware of his surroundings than other babies.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

😀. She is very calm and attentive!

[@ABlackCountryWoman]

Yes! You’re right!💕

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👍

[@malikaagadir2671]

Beautiful and adorable baby thanks👍👍👍

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thank you. More to come.

[@malikaagadir2671]

@@larrysanimalsafari 👍👍👏👏👏

[@juliecaissie6530]

Wow these mothers are very smart and fast!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Lol, Have to be! , glad she has a good reaction time. 😁. Thanks for sharing a comment. 👋

[@pinkyboose]

So cute little fella 😍😍😍 be careful baby boo 😚

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👍

[@jolantakall8656]

mały cudowny człowieczku 🤗🤭😍

[@larrysanimalsafari]

happy face 😁

[@freddieswim7988]

Thanks for the wonderful videos!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

You are welcome!

[@lbar9720]

Sweet family.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thanks for watching and sharing a comment. 👍😁

[@dominiquebourseau8322]

Bébé Kayembe à l'air d'avoir les dents qui sortent et il mord tout ce qu'il peut même sa propre main! En tout cas sa maman de substitution est une super maman très protectrice et attentive !

[@larrysanimalsafari]

merci

[@marykelly2409]

Aww, how precious he is to his mother and family.🌝❤🧸🐒❤ Happy Happy Mother's Day. Fredericka❤🌷🐒❤

[@larrysanimalsafari]

😁 thanks for watching. More to come.

[@marykelly2409]

Watching a video of Kayembe at 5 months old. 12-25-23 it's Christmas Day.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👏👏

[@maryrodger5130]

Thanks

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Yor're Welcome

[@maggieharris3721]

Amazing preachers and so gentle with their babies 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗😘💜💞💜💞

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thanks

[@MrKevy40]

Just like a human baby always mouthing something

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👍

[@famousnobodyz]

Dad was extra careful with his baby

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👍

[@ninawest8]

Did Freddy's milk come in?

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Well, as you may know Freddy is the surrogate mom. She is 47 years old and has raised 4 infants of her own. The zoo has not released much info on nursing that except I've learned Fredrika (Freddy) is lactating. I believe the infant suckles like human babies use a pacifier, for comfort.

[@rizalinamaiorana1113]

Hello!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Hello, I’m Glad you found my channel! 👋

[@mcb7691]

hey I wonder if I could hold the little guy for a few minutes lol!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

We'd all like to do that.

[@patriciachapple5514]

Wonderful!!!

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Thanks for watching. More videos to come.

[@user-dt7tw7df3u]

おっぱいまで出るなんて愛情が溢れてますね。フレデリカは素晴らしい母親です。

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Fredrika is very special. :)

[@MsMamouna]

Someone please repair the hole in the hammock.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

👍

[@kimberlygandy1542]

I think he's teething

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Yes, you are correct! 👍😁

[@juancarlosgomezlozano7129]

Gorila.y.rey.retoño.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

😁👋

[@liafigueiredo3708]

Embora o local onde estão não me pareça adequado ( certamente deve haver uma área sob o sol) o bebe está sendo bem cuidado. Cada mãe tem seu jeito.

[@larrysanimalsafari]

больше видео в будущем

[@susanlong8978]

To bad THAT they are not FREE😞

[@larrysanimalsafari]

Sad that we humans are reducing their natural habitat as well. Hoping for better things in the future. For now, I will keep providing videos showing this baby’s growth and development. Thanks for watching.

[@jstajoy]

@@larrysanimalsafari Exactly!! If not for human greed there would not be such a need for artificial habitats. I have not cared for zoo’s just for entertainment but the education they now provide now helps people understand the importance of all creatures on this earth, not just humans.