Silverback and children worried about a listless grandmother gorilla｜Shabani Group

Date of video shooting: September 4, 2024 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
0:01 Nene on September 1
Nene had a good appetite that day and was in such good spirits that she chased after Shabani.
0:51 Nene on September 2
The day after the zoo holiday, Nene comes out of the basement and sits in the subroom without eating
Shabani is worried about Nene and won't leave her.
2:14 Nene on September 3
Usually when it was time to leave the basement, the Shabani group never came out.
2:57 Shabani Group coming out of the basement
Nene doesn't come out of the basement, so all the gorillas except Nene go to the basement to check on Nene.
5:07 Shabani eats minimal food and goes to the basement to check on Nene.
Ai, Kiyomasa, and Annie also had breakfast, but ate less than usual
6:19 Ai's left shoulder shows symptoms of hair loss.
8:09 After Shabani comes out of the basement, Nene finally comes out of the basement.
10:25 Shabani keeps Ai, Kiyomasa, and Annie away from Nene
11:27 Shabani moves to the subroom with Ai, Kiyomasa, and Annie
13:31 Nene remaining in the main room
Nene was clearly emaciated and did not eat at this time
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Shabani♂
Born October 20, 1996
Place of birth Appenhure Primate Park (Netherlands)
Nene♀
Born in 1972 (estimated)
Africa (wild)
Ai ♀
Born February 27, 2003
Place of birth Higashiyama Zoo
Kiyomasa ♂
Born November 1, 2012
Place of birth Higashiyama Zoo
Annie ♀
June 2, 2013
Place of birth Higashiyama Zoo

[@ellenknell9645]

We all know that day is going to come when Nene is no longer with us. Just like Winston, she is 52 yrs. old. I hate even thinking about it, but it's reality. I just hope and pray her time is not now. Get well soon Nene, we love you😞❤

[@consuelopando9414]

Winston no está ya falleció

[@ComputerSaysNope]

I am so happy to see so much love and concern in the comments for beloved NeNe. She is very loved and we all send best wishes to her and the Shabani family ❤

[@JamesWardGodsMagicGuy]

Not many gorilla can claim her title of mother and grand-mother, Nene is really something else for sure. I understand her families concern as the rest of us. I would love to see the old girl live long enough to be a great grand mother.

[@williamshepley3923]

Heartbreaking, but also amazing to witness how the troop reacts. Shabani showing pure strength and leadership and protection. They are one in his view. 🦍

[@eddiemaiden2664]

This group is tight! They have their fights but at the end of the day if an outside factor is hurting one of them the whole group suffers. You can see they barely had any food and immediately went down to check on Nene Now the zoo needs to do something asap. Even a flu could kill an older gorilla, they gotta act right away to make dure she's hydrated at the very least

[@KINGPHANTOMw85]

Shabani is a great husband and leader.

[@1ninjatiger]

He’s a Father yes but not a husband. Humans marry, Gorillas don’t.

[@lynngold1865]

This shows you how interconnected they are to each other.They have a loyalty and compassion better than some humans.They each have a major role in their family.When one is in trouble or ill, they all feel it.Praying for Granny, Nene.love her so much.the keepers know her better than any of us.i trust their care.🙏🙋‍♀️🦍😉

[@ellenknell9645]

And I'm sure they all love those gorillas.

[@sputnik459]

Thank for keeping us informes about Nene health😢. A big hug from Portugal.

[@juanitasmith8946]

Oh no!! I hope our dear Nene is going to be OK! It's a very bad sign when they quit eating! Sending hugs to Nene

[@serendipity937]

I hope the Zoo Keepers take good care of Nene

[@Greylock21]

❤

[@Greylock21]

Nene receives the very best care. She appeared to have a mini stroke. Scowling like headache. If she had her own quiet roo. With that beautiful little boy she woukd be happy abd all favorite food and kids at intervals not fighting. Her son understands the most now. At one point Nene looked very ill. But she is a fighter and very strong. I love her and wish for a peaceful calm passing when God calls her home to her family.

[@Greylock21]

Excellent care.❤❤❤❤❤

[@Justhere77]

They put her down

[@karlitadawson651]

This is very nice to see how all of them are concerned about Nene❤! Shabani has done this before once at the old facility when Nene was not feeling well. Prayers for them not to lose Nene it would be a blow especially for Kiyo and Ai 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@mykaka91]

Prayers for Nene🙏🏽

[@eaglesflyproud]

🙏 up for Nene. ❤️🦍

[@iori3325]

wow i've never seen them so worried, hope nene's okay.

[@raquelflowers5318]

It melts my heart how much they all love one another. I hope nene is ok😢

[@stellaferrell8763]

Love Nene ❤❤ I hope she starts eating and feeling better we worry about her

[@DEEv82]

🙏🙏Thanks for this additional reporting JZ. Mr Gori reported status yesterday and we hope to stay informed of Nene's condition. We love you Nene. ❤❤❤

[@ntgetitgirl76]

I hope Nene gets better. We all know she is a older gorilla. She’s a beautiful girl and I hope all the best for them. Sending my love and healing vibes.🦍💞🦍💕🦍💞🦍💕

[@tashajhill]

I enjoy your videos so much, thank you for sharing them - the Shabani group are so special to so many people. I hope Nene will be okay...

[@mauistevebear]

They all know...like we do. Nene is on our hearts

[@bxchicc7799]

I am genuinely concerned about Nene❤🦍 I know she's very old and i pray the zoo keepers are monitoring her. I would be devastated if something happened to her. We just lost a few much loved Gorillas recently like Winston the SilverBack and sweet Tamidol 🙏🏽🦍 I love them all so very much Sending much love from NYC

[@terrismith3359]

Poor Nebe. I hope she feels better soon and I hope her keepers are watching her and giving her some extra TLC. 🥲🙏🏼🦍💕

[@siliza6124]

Thank you so much for giving us updates about Nene, praying she gets better. I am increasingly amazed at how Shabani is an incredible leader, and everyone in the Troop is visibly worried about our sweet Nene❤

[@myknack79]

Very difficult to see and hear that she is not eating. Understanding her age we know she is very much a senior and past her prime. The troop itself is amazing especially having such a truly INCREDIBLE leader such as Shabani. His love for his troop is amazing and the others will surely rely on his inner strength to get through this. We Love you always Shabani family ♥️💔♥️💔♥️💔

[@JaspC9]

Get better darling Nene. Love how they all come together when one of them is need. Shabani being as great and caring as ever. Love and light to all of them xxxx

[@sandraaguirre1906]

My prayers for Nenes' fast recovery. ❤🙏

[@sylvie2519]

Thank you so much for the update on sweet Nene

[@qunticoqamiroquai1620]

It's really concerning to watch Nene, not eat anything and she looks very sad. Almost like she's lost her will. When she doesn't eat, she also gets dehydrated, which is very dangerous. She is my favorite, could watch Nene eat all day.

[@pamcunningham9608]

Nene, you are loved around the world, beautiful lady! Please rest and feel better soon! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@racheleastwood5588]

Hang in there sweet Nene and it's adorable how Shabani didn't leave her bless him 💚💛

[@mariehartje6781]

Love our Nene, get better soon ❤❤❤

[@justruth1934]

Nene is loved. 🙏 for healing, peace & comfort🤍💕

[@patriciaplan420]

C est merveilleux de voir à quel point Shabani se préoccupe de Néné. Rétablis toi vite gentille Néné.❤❤❤❤

[@Debbie-u6q]

Thank you for keeping those around the world that love Nene informed about how she is doing x

[@Danielleb723]

Feel better Nene

[@karenclare4241]

Safe with shabani ❤

[@lm9991]

Thank you for your informative, excellent video!

[@brendagossett3577]

All the gorillas, especially Shabani, are clearly worried about NeNe.

[@grokeffer6226]

That's a particularly dangerous place for her to be. She'll become delirious if she doesn't eat. 😔❤💛🦍

[@verabroes4494]

Here i'am again,i hope everything's ok with Nene.Be brave girl,whe're not that you g anymore.🙏From Belgium

[@アイちゃん-r5k]

夏バテ☀️😵💦でしょうか…？ ご高齢ですし、 いつも元気で食欲があるネネさんなので… とても心配です😭😢 いつもの元気なネネさんに回復しますように、 心から願っています🦍❤

[@bxchicc7799]

Thank you Japanese Zoo❤️

[@she.around]

Feel Better Grandma Nene 💐🦍👵🏻💕🙏🏼🤞🏼 You Have A Bunch Of Followers Who Are Praying For You & Your Troop Daily 🫶🏼 Wishing For A Speedy Recovery ❤️‍🩹 You are very strong and the troop needs you 🙇🏻‍♀️ Hang on 🫰🏼

[@muriel7100]

Néné grande dame ❤❤❤

[@360Fov]

9:26 oh man :( :( she can hardly walk! no wonder she is staying in the places!

[@denisemorris1177]

I saw a video of Nene eating earlier and very happy she’s doing better. Sending prayers for her recovery. Her leg maybe bothering her but glad she’s running after Shabani.😂😂 Stay strong and healthy my old but seasoned girl! ❤❤

[@eaglesflyproud]

Denise the video that you saw earlier today was filmed a week ago. The channel creator explained that under the video description (the “more” link.).

[@denisemorris1177]

@@eaglesflyproud Ok, thanks ☺️

[@denisemorris1177]

@@eaglesflyproud Gotta keep me straight!

[@eaglesflyproud]

@@denisemorris1177 🤗

[@Gorisan12580]

ネネさん回復すること祈ります💦

[@sandraphillips1718]

Thanks for sharing.🙏

[@bananapaper259]

動画投稿ありがとうございます☺ ネネさん早く元気になってほしいです😭

[@Elsa-zr8qd]

Feel better darling girl! We love you and we are praying for you! Your family loves us and needs you!❤️

[@BillyBologna333]

Godspeed Nene

[@360Fov]

8:49 I haven't seen this face before.... we always see them purse their lips and stand on their knuckles then do a small charge when they are demanding or protesting, but I haven't seen the top lip purse and bottom teeth showing before. Annie is quite a unique one though tbf!

[@tentang_gorila]

Shabani so loving his family ❤

[@consuelopando9414]

SABANIS EL MEJOR GORILA ESPALDA PLATEADA AMA SU FAMILIA ESTA DESESPERADO POBRESITO😢

[@gregsutton2400]

Interesting, the black back went and ushered her out. Just like they keep the stragglers moving in the wild.

[@IamAdrienne]

Nene looks in pain, weak dehydrated. She seems to be barely able to walk. I hope caretakers are doing something for her. I just adore Gramdma Nene!.

[@sweetsue1971]

If she's not getting it yet she needs good veterinarian care!

[@1ninjatiger]

@@sweetsue1971Of course they are looking after her.

[@Bella_Rose.2023]

​I do not agree, up until jow they have always been wonderful from the time they took Annie and hand raised her. Right now, though, THIS is not care, it os neglect. Yes, she bullied Annie all her life, but THAT is not the issue here. The issue is that NeNe is old, sick, and frail, and SOMETHING needs to be done. If I could speak Japanese I'd be calling that zoo to find out what is going on. To remind them the wotld is watching. So update, or explain what is going on!! Anyone who can speak Japanese, or lives close by should be doing that very thing!!!!! 8:34 e​@@1ninjatiger

[@patriciabenjumea5337]

Abrazote para Nene ❤

[@lyndamac1058]

Hmm Nene was moving very slowly and even stumbled, I think the vets need to investigate Nene and do bloods, x rays or scans. She is getting old and all sorts of things could be happening. Don't just stand by and watch her starve and or suffer.

[@LynnAnn1960]

This is so sad to watch poor nene like this , her eyes looks sunken in to me , I hope the veteran looked at her today to see what wrong , thay might have to give her an IV

[@karenthompson8151]

Can anyone tell us what the zoo is doing or saying about NeNe. Clearly something is wrong with her and we are concerned

[@sweetsue1971]

Is a veterinarian treating her at all? I would think with her lack of eating and symptoms they would have separated her and given a good physical exam and fluids given by now.

[@ComputerSaysNope]

Bless her heart I worry about NeNe too. I have such a soft spot for her ❤

[@Ester273]

Eles ficam estressados ao serem visitados e falas altas ? São adoráveis

[@fritty9927]

@@sweetsue1971I think Nene is succumbing to old age and anyone who’s had an older relative knows there is not much you can do when they give up. It’s heart breaking to me.

[@KathyPrendergast-cu5ci]

@@sweetsue1971They can’t really do much for her without her cooperation, and to do a really thorough examination of her they would have to sedate her which is dangerous at her age. As she’s elderly she probably has joint pain from arthritis and just like with humans, some days it’s worse than other days. Possibly they’re giving her pain medication, but it can cause fatigue and lack of appetite.

[@KINGPHANTOMw85]

I hope nothing serious is wrong with NENE. I love this gorilla group like it is my family. I watch every video. It would not be the same without Queen Nene

[@bluebarbz37]

It looks like he's taking food down for Nene....ohhhh.

[@Balletcalvero]

Isn't it natural for animals to surround a member who's near the end of life? The Shabani family might understand that it's Nene's "time" 😢

[@ChristineCole-kl4vu]

Have they x rayed her ,done bloods,checked her heart,or maybe she ate something bad but I am guessing she is getting on so her health will get worse,is she on any pain meds,she looks like she is in pain.Get better Nene I love you,you're a good egg :)

[@Stubbies2003]

Yeah loss of appetite is a really bad sign.

[@jojomiller1630]

I remember a few years back Momotaro had become sick and lost a lot of weight eventually he had to be separated from the rest for treatment….those boys became so sad and lost weight from not eating especially Kintaro. No matter how hard Genki tried to encourage and support her boys she couldn’t get the youngest to snap out of the grief he was going through! I seriously thought he would die.

[@consuelopando9414]

Tienes toda la razón no olvido eso tampoco cuando Momotaro enfermo.y lo aislaron Gentaro pensé se enfermaría también al igual que el resto de la tropa Gentaro escalaba hasta paredes y miraba su padre hechado en el suelo allí permanecía sin comer increíble amor y lealtad la de esos animales por su familia ojalá muchos humanos aprendieran de ellos MEJORE NENE MUY QUERIDA DEBIAN AISLSRLA Y MEDICARLA CON BUENAS VITAMINAS ES MUY VIEJITA

[@Leks3777]

Kiyomasa has really filled out in the past month!

[@consuelopando9414]

Es increíble el amor de los animalitos todos están preocupados por Nene Sabanisny Ai más que los demás hasta Annis que no se llevan bien ellas los pero Sabanis esta desesperado sube y baja al sótano hasta que ve q ells.va a salir y los ahuyenta de la puerta del sótano para que salga Nene me da mucha pena verlos así por favor los especialistas vean bien a Nene están los gorilas estrezados hoy es Septiembre 5 del 2024 y sigue igual actualicen y revisen a Nene Sabanis pobresito tuvo que tirar se agotado TE QUEREMOS NENE DESDE EUA QUE 🤔 MEJOREN

[@MonkeyBabyFamily]

Amazing time for them playing.

[@inezandrade106]

Estou achando os gorilas bem mais magros... Suponho que seja de tristeza 😢😢😢😢😢😮😮😮😮

[@beth1627]

I think she might be sick of Annie messing with her. Also, last time Shabani bit her when she chased Annie for it. Nene is a senior and doesn't need that kind of thing.

[@joylee6968]

I think it rattled her hopefully she will bounce back.

[@camelliagrower]

I hope Nene is ok

[@silvio5043]

Unfortunately she's quite old, something like 50 years old. 🎉

[@Steve-qn8gn]

I wonder if her leg or hip is so bad that she can’t make the climb up. Hopefully the vets get a chance to evaluate her, she sure is lethargic and weak.

[@360Fov]

9:26 you can see how bad it is here; she is struggling immensely.

[@magpie4153]

Hope they can let Ai in with her from time to time 🙏🏼

[@Elsa-zr8qd]

I meant loves YOU

[@sylvie2519]

Thanks!

[@japanesezoo]

Thank you so much🙇

[@rhondaadams674]

Their enclosure is too small and they need more things to play on. I wish there was some way I could help them to take care of these babies. Maybe she just needs more exercise. I hope they are able to help her.

[@KINGPHANTOMw85]

Annie needs to stop harassing her or they need to move annie to start her own family. Nene is getting too old and fragile for the constant fights and shabani always blames nene when annie starts it.

[@nathanbowman1574]

She had a belly ache. It happens to most mammals often. She may have had a fart she couldn't trust. js

[@tammydowell94]

@Japanese Zoo is there a way you can contact the zoo about Nene? please answer.

[@japanesezoo]

I have checked and it is not possible to send an email directly to the zoo. We apologize for not meeting your expectations.

[@ramonaschwarzlose5909]

Nene möchte nur in Ruhe sitzen und auf ihre Gruppe schauen. So wie es alte Omas tun, mit dabei sein, aber alles schön relaxt. Sie ist müde und alles ist zu anstrengend.🥰👀❤Shabani möchte, dass sie mit bei der Gruppe ist. Er ist noch zu jung, um zu verstehen, wie es einer alten Gorilla Oma geht. Shabani und die anderen sind ratlos. Er weiß nicht, was er machen soll. 🤔Die Gruppe ist irgendwie verzweifelt, weil Nene auch keinen Appetit hat.

[@Bella_Rose.2023]

Here is an example of MY issue on a smaller scale. My dog sprained her foot/leg to the Vet right away. Rest and very little movement, liquid anti inflammatory, and gabapentin that would knock me out. It is keeping her less active so she can heal. They could do that here. NeNe did have a gastro issues when the kids were toddlers and we didn't think she was going to make it then, but she did. If you want lots of vidoes on this family and want old videos on them search I Bosch I on youtube there are 3000 plus videos. I put a messages there too but whether they see it or not I have no idea. NeNe has been on anti inflammatory and pain meds for a long time, but this is pissing me off!!!

[@JoséeVézina]

Quel âge a NeNe,please answer!!❤❤❤❤

[@4iliPalmer]

Shes just old guys,maybe her time is about to come

[@consuelopando9414]

Su momento está por llegar pero al final es cuando más se debía vcuidsr deben aislarla.bajo supervisor médica si descansa sea en paz como merece a sus 50 años

[@JodiPillow-p3j]

Why is there enclosure exactly the same as most state prisons so sad why don't they have them in a natural enclosure that mimics there home in TY he wild

[@thesussexbunion]

Just coming to see if any news of NeNe has been posted. ❤

[@jxflem5588]

AI keep smelling kiymo her brother we see you whatcha doing?Nene get better please i think she needs rest cause she’s very weak Annie needs to give grandma time to heal.and pain relief for her knee and leg nene she’s in pain.a banana 🍌 and apple peanuts she needs strength foods right now.

[@Bella_Rose.2023]

Important!! I found the site on here I used to watch this family on and I don't if they do videos anymore. BUT I asked if anyone in Japan could go to the Zoo and bring it to the attention that NeNe is hurt and the Zoo is doing nothing. That we are all watching this happen and ate not there to do anything. I Bosch I is where there are over 3000 videos. If anyone wants to go and send messages too please do!!! I don't know what else to do. People in Japan watching this need to go to the administration and this Zoo, or the media. Taking videos us fine. But something needs to be done. I really despise thos Zoo right now!! The ones the ones staying quiet are being complicent and doing nothing! Animal Abuse is Animal Abuse or NEGLECT in this case. Someone who is good with technology can start a campaign on Facebook. So it goes viral!!!

[@christinabradford2364]

Maybe she had a stroke

[@RDLR-nt4br]

"Hard" silverback attack on the left side, clearly seen in other videos..

[@sylvie2519]

I have some medical background. She does not show signs of a stroke. I notice wounds on her left side. Also one of the videos I saw vomit on her chest and left shoulder. If she does not eat or drink she can become lethargic and weak. I have no idea what the medical plan is for her. If she is surrounded by family members they cannot isolate her so the keepers can intervene. Weakness can be debilitating and can be mistaken for depression. I also dont know the plan of this zoo. Will they let her go her natural course because of her advanced age. Personally I would give her comfort measures. Iv fluids, pain medication for her hip , and clean her up. The question is when to intervene. I wondered when the family was upstairs and Nene was downstairs in the basement , that might have been and opportunity to intervene on her behalf. But they did not intervene and I dont know their plan or intentions. I love Nene and I cried, then I let go of outcome and just hoped that whatever happens she would be comfortable. She deserves dignity whether she lives or not. 💜💙💚💛🧡❤

[@RDLR-nt4br]

It is not an old age illness, excessive heat, or an infection. You can see a dirty arm, she was dragged from that side on the ground in a hard attack (13:41). She has multiple bite marks on the upper left with torn tissue, that mark on the knuckle is swelling from compression of bites, typical of the silverback. They're using it like a punchball.🙁🙁

[@sylvie2519]

I did notice the wounds on her left side

[@brendagossett3577]

She has several wounds on her arm and leg on the left side. It makes me wonder if she and Annie had a true fight and this is the result.

[@ertgas90009]

I find it sad to see them confined in a zoo. Animal cruelty.

[@joylee6968]

What is cruel is that it is unsafe for them in the wild because they are poached for meat and their numbers are way down. This zoo is doing all it can.

[@sassyt1545]

@@joylee6968I wouldn’t qualify it as “the zoo is doing all it can.” There are many zoos around the world that do a better job with their gorillas.

[@sweetsue1971]

​@@sassyt1545 I'm glad they have actual grass and decent sized enclosures at least, the momotaro troop has such small sad ones.

[@Elsa-zr8qd]

How I wish the Momotaro family had this enclosure! They would be in heaven!

[@TheFlashyWeasel]

​@@sassyt1545well, it's hard to have it both ways...their natural home is overrun with humans and their livestock. And the poachers kill them for meat and 💰. It starts with humans, otherwise there shouldn't be the issue It is. Plus captive born could not be released they are dependant on humans to survive...it's a double edged sword.

[@CaseyNahan]

Hi #134 I think Nene is feeling her age my friend, I think in our years she is really up there , I am not sure of the exact math of this ,she must be in pain , I know without a doubt she is in the greatest hands ,we all must pray for her and smile as much as possible for all the time she has left ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞

[@nanette_128]

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