Silverback Gorilla & His Frail Elderly Female | The Shabani's Group

[@klmoll]

This is normal behavior when a member of the troop is Ill. They know something is wrong but they do know she needs to get up to live. In the wild, to be sick,lie down for a long period of time is not a good sign to the gorillas. They are processing this new behaviors. Please be kind everyone.😮

[@CarolBravo-ls3dg]

I disagree, they know exactly what they're doing.. To say they're intelligent creatures on one hand then explain away this by claiming ignorance, I'm not buying it...just my opinion of course

[@trenken]

Stop with the gaslighting already. They are attacking her. This is a weakened member who has become a target. This is normal in the primitive world. These are not humans. They dont reason or live by social rules or laws like we do. They do whatever they want and they do not have any problems with killing family members for whatever reason. Its very common.

[@riderstrong6397]

They simply don't know what to do for her.

[@riderstrong6397]

@@CarolBravo-ls3dgThey're not attacking her. So how do you handle the impending death of a love one?

[@tammyfrancis7856]

Let’s not forget NONE of these gorillas have experienced this before. In the wild a group isn’t started out of nothing, it’s been their history, at least half the group has always got experience with death and their calmness and knowing keep the others calm and teaches them about death, without the whole group in stress and confusion.

[@pamcunningham9608]

My heart is broken, and I'm in tears watching this. I know Nene was never a particularly "nice" gorilla, but she can't be blamed for her personality nor for doing the things that come naturally to gorillas. I have to agree with the people commenting that this appears to be close to Nene's end, she is weak, has very little appetite, and isn't responding to the troop's efforts to rouse her. As one of the last wild-caught gorillas in captivity, she will always be special to me. Most of her choices were stolen from her, but she lived her life the way she wanted as much as possible. Nene, my lovely, feisty old lady, I wish you a peaceful end to your pain. Your legacy lives on, although I will miss your cranky, droopy-lipped face. I would gently hold you or just sit with you as long as possible, but since I can't I hope somehow you can feel all the love we have for you. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@gailrossholland6149]

Beautifully said.😢

[@KMichealElite.]

Nice that humans continue to put these and other animals forced into captivity, humans did this to them and continue to put a male gorilla with a female gorilla in the same enclosure so they mate and breed is absolutely disgusting extremely terrible... yet they keep doing it, and alot of comments are people saying that they hope kiyomasa gets a good female or that annie gets a good male or people hope annie gets put with gentaro, all this absolute nonsense,, people actually comment those things,, look at gorilla haoko, a silverback that is constantly submitting his own daughter gorillas pinning them to the ground mating them even to the point where the young male son gorilla riki attempts to stay behind haoko trying to stop him from mating and cross breeding, but its all that happens in gorilla captivity , constant cross breeding, zoos will actually put the female gorillas on birth control its incredibly insane!! I mean jesus.... yet we keep doing it them, watching them suffer through all types of insane situations that are very hard to watch, seeing how unintelligent most if not all of the captive silverbacks are.. because of human captivity. This world we live in is disgusting.

[@ComputerSaysNope]

Pam, you spoke exactly how I feel. Bless her heart. I would love to just cradle her and comfort her (even tho she would probably hate it 😂) ❤love you so much NeNe honey❤

[@trenken]

ROUSE HER?????????? Enough with the fucking gaslighting. She is clearly being attacked by them. She is weak and is a target. They as a very primitive uncivilized species are doing what their natural instincts tell them to do, exploit her weakness. Stop trying to humanize them.

[@riderstrong6397]

Thank you.

[@barbaramascaro6899]

Heartbreaking...It brought tears to my eyes to see how much the family is hurting for her...They are scared...😢 Sending prayers to Nene for a speedy recovery...🙏💕

[@Debbie-u6q]

Can't find the adequate words to describe how I felt watching this, but so grateful for the wonderful video work that keeps everyone who loves Nene updated ❤️

[@Greylock21]

Yes it does not leave me as far away as I am in Massachusetts. I love Nene and all caregivers who are experiencing this right next to her. Thank you for each touch and every hug for our beautiful Nene. Right out of the Aftican jungles. I'd love to learn her whole history. She is a true female gorilla. Thank you for loving Nene. 🦍 🥒🥒🥬🫑🍇

[@brynjones7371]

These gorillas are so loving it makes you want to weep. Shabani is scared she's passing away and just like humans he's panicking and trying to rouse her because he doesn't want her to die. Xxx

[@Elsie-b2k]

Why won't they help her? Like fix her leg or move her

[@bigboytoyz541]

​@@Elsie-b2kthis isn't her leg. She has stopped eating and has severe diarrhea and full body weakness. That doesn't come from leg pain. She is fading away, and probably won't be here for more than a week.

[@angeresists5493]

I know, even Annie who Nene has treated horribly is worried about her. It's sad because as far as I know, none of the gorillas have ever experienced a family death, so this is going to be very tough to get through for all of them...

[@angelahartman3272]

​@@Elsie-b2kThere isn't anything they can do for her, other than keep her comfortable. Her body is old and shutting down. It's super sad but it's just part of life.

[@brianlupton4185]

Actually from what I read in an earlier video comment; only Nene and Ai have experienced Death, Nene's first husband, Ai's father!!!​@@angeresists5493

[@lela2a]

Comfort. A soft bed and warm comforter/s, please. And all her favorite foods.

[@christybennett3116]

Awe Nene What a fierce Mother,🎀

[@GoriBeringeifan332]

I'm in tears here. I should know better than hope for a miraculous recovery, but that's what I'll keep in mind, because there's no such thing as having too many of these beautiful, majestic creatures being happy and healthy, to bring grace to this very ugly world.

[@shannoncooper4188]

Come on Zoo! I have a gut wrenching feeling that it's time to pull NEne out of there so she can have some peace and her dignity

[@jamesbolling6681]

I couldn't agree more. Heartbreaking.

[@luguy8347]

Nobody wants to die alone.

[@shannoncooper4188]

@@luguy8347 but everyone does die alone.

[@victoriarash4417]

I have adored Nene and love her. She's always been my favorite. She is an old gal now. Are they sure it's just her leg and not her age . If Nene goes it will be a very, very sad day. Love you Nene I pray that you get better quickly

[@bigboytoyz541]

It's not her leg. She is dying.

[@angelahartman3272]

I don't think it's her leg, either.

[@pigtailswithbows]

I'm with the commenter's above me. I just wish we all could've had sassy Nene for a little while longer.

[@beautifuldisaster139]

she’s just gotta heal just like us we are blah when sick or injured she’ll recover

[@nancym5814]

I can barely watch Nene in this state. Bless her heart. And Shabani and Annie are upset too. I fear we all think we're losing Nene. Much love to her and all gorillas. ❤️❤️🕊❤️❤️

[@cottonswoods]

God bless Nene!

[@xGlarewolfx]

This actually made me cry. She is his FIRST love. He has spent all of his adult life in love with her. He just doesn't understand what's going on or how to react. He just wants to see some life in her so he attacks to get some sort of response. Poor Shabani. They need to isolate her so her last moments aren't spent in fear of him.

[@deea7348]

Another ridiculous response. Shabani means to hurt not play, the thinning of the herd (troop). No longer any use to the troop

[@xGlarewolfx]

@@deea7348 You don't understand gorillas. They are curious... not brutal. You are thinking of big cats.

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

She has hardly walked for the past week and her legs are becoming weak. But, Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@brookejones6777]

​@SomethingAboutGorillas Then please get her away from the other gorillas. If you were this sick, you wouldn't want to be bothered

[@mmaphilosophy]

​@@brookejones6777 This channel has nothing to do with the zoo or zookeepers. It's just a person who goes there to record footage and posts it on here

[@4iliPalmer]

Shabz and Anny dont try to hurt Nene,theyre just trying to make her move. Gorillas are nomadic species in nature if im not wrong, they constantly moving except for sleeping time. Gorilla which cant move - is dead gorilla, maybe in their heads. And all these pushes worked in the end,Nene has begun to eat.

[@lesliewallace9665]

@@4iliPalmer agree! I hadn't thought of that but I believe you are correct

[@karrengalway1842]

Ai is so sweet and gentle toward Nene. I love them both.

[@sayswho9127]

All of us here in support of Nene probably need to adjust to the fact that she might not be here when the gorillas re-open… I love Nene! 😢

[@pigtailswithbows]

That freaking kills me. 😓

[@Sheryl777]

@sayswho9127 True. 😢

[@BlackandProud350]

@@sayswho9127 😢😢😢😢

[@trishna944]

You just made me cry:(

[@Sheryl777]

@@trishna944 ❤

[@Danielleb723]

As soon as Nene sat up and ate a few bites it brought an immediate calmness to the group. They are such an amazing family. If one of the group members are down than the whole group is down. I hope Nene will recover completely. I'm hope its just that she is elderly and maybe her immune system isn't as strong as it used to be.

[@deea7348]

Are you serious?

[@tammyfrancis7856]

How old is she?

[@tammyfrancis7856]

@@deea7348 Clearly Danielle is serious, and feeling emotional…. As most people watching are.

[@Danielleb723]

@@tammyfrancis7856 thx

[@BillyBologna333]

This video is hard to watch. Annie and Shabani trying to rouse Nene to move but clearly her hip/leg is in very bad condition . Sadly, to my untrained eyes, it looks like Nene is slowly fading away until she passes from this life. Godspeed

[@lesliewallace9665]

I completely agree with your comment. I'm surprised at Annie's reaction to all this. In my viewpoint, Annie seems very concerned.

[@bambisco7056]

@@BillyBologna333 I think so too 😭 I've seen animals behaving like her when they're approaching their end. Low motivation to do anything, including eat, and just laying anywhere waiting for time to pass.

[@christianedelon477]

Malheureusement, c'est vrai, notre pauvre Néné est en train de s'éteindre sous nos yeux et c'est très dur d'en être témoin

[@karrieshireman8858]

Is there nothing they can do for her?

[@nathanbowman1574]

​@@karrieshireman8858She's in her 50s. She's lived a long life for a gorilla. It's sad to witness but it's just her old age. 😢

[@annefinlayson6021]

I find this too sad to watch. It looks to me like Nene is living out her last days and God willing, she won't have to suffer long. I wish they would move her to somewhere quieter and more comfortable but that may not be what she needs. God Bless little Nene, with love. 🙏❤

[@Janadu]

In the wild she would probably crawl off to some private place to pass peacefully. Such is common in the animal kingdom. It almost looks as if she's trying to let go, but the other members keep harassing her. It's painful to watch this.

[@carri2241]

At the very least get her off of the cold hard floor..

[@michelefred68]

She needs to be with her family

[@ZombieQueen819]

I’m not a animal doctor 😢😢 I don’t know that much about gorillas 🦍.. In my humble opinion Shabani is trying to get Nene up and about😊😊 He is doing his best to not let anyone fight, attack, or aggravate her… Shabani LOVES his family troop and that’s why I love the best Silverback ever ❤❤❤SHABANI❤❤❤

[@lesliewallace9665]

@@ZombieQueen819 agreed. Shabani is doing everything he can. What a tough time for the family

[@pigtailswithbows]

Very well said.

[@ZombieQueen819]

@@lesliewallace9665 it has to be horrible for them all ,,, But my poor grumpy old ladybug Nene I pray she gets over what ever this maybe 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@ZombieQueen819]

@@pigtailswithbows Thank you ☺️

[@ChavezIleana]

Has the vet checked her yet?

[@nancym5814]

Exactly how I feel. Shabani is not trying to hurt her. He's trying to rouse her back to normal. This is what animals do at times. If he wanted to do her harm he would!! I too fear when they reopen we may not have our precious Nene. I'm so heartbroken for her, her family and staff. ❤️🕊😢❤️

[@angelahartman3272]

Last summer I had to bring my dad home on hospice to die. The process, the decline, looked very similar to what we are seeing with Nene. It's hard to watch & harder yet to say goodbye but dying is a part of life that all of us will have to face someday. I hate seeing the others picking on her but I have a feeling their intention isn't to be mean, rather to try and fire her up & get her moving. Whatever the future holds for Nene, I only hope that she is surrounded by love, comfort & peace. If she is unable to come back from this, I hope those same things for her family, gorilla & the humans that take care of her. God bless you, Nene. 💕🙏💕

[@pigtailswithbows]

I hope I'm not being too intrusive but I'm so sorry about what you went through. I hope you and your family have been able to at least hang in there. ❤❤❤

[@lunarminx]

Agreed, we sat with my mother the day she died, a sister when she activated her advance directives to be removed off of life supporting means. Michelle passed the same day as Robin Williams. I had a hospice patient pass during a sponge bath. My sister Michelle sat with her husband. This age of pretending death is horrible is so weird, we all will die and most in old age.

[@jenniferlynn3537]

I think you’re onto something: It seems to me that Nene has been given some sort of painkiller to ease her discomfort - and that’s what’s causing her sleepiness and lack of appetite. Additionally, Nene’s right eye looks uncharacteristically droopy - which could also be a sign of being on strong medication and out-of-sorts. If so, I’m relieved that the zoo staff is trying to keep her as comfortable as possible in her golden years.

[@thor573]

I hope Nene has a nice warm and comfy nest to rest in. She seems cold. It is hard to watch what gorilla do out of anxiety. I don't think they are hurting but rather trying to get her to move. What happened? Why can't she walk? Prayers for this sweet lady ❤

[@dulciemidwinter1925]

It's about time they gave these animals somewhere softer to lie. A cold, hard floor is not a forest floor. It's really bad!

[@KathyJo.]

Oh Nene…. At the very least they could isolate her so she can live her last days in peace. God bless, old girl 🥺💕💕💕

[@jujubegold]

I agree but I also believe the troop needs to understand the process and have closure if the worse should happen.

[@KathyJo.]

@@jujubegoldI think she deserves peace and comfort if these are her last days, much more than the others need to understand anything. They are animals and we’ve no idea what they are thinking or their motives for harassing Nene like they’ve been doing. For all we know, they could very well understand she is dying and they are making attempts in hurrying it along. Nene is the matriarch of this family and she deserves to be treated as such, not hit and pushed and dragged along the floor

[@ClearlyCards]

I agree completely!!!

[@jujubegold]

@@KathyJo. absolutely. She needs a safe place to pass if that is what’s happening.

[@SolaKnitez53]

​@@annemariemcnamara8756the closure of the exhibit says a lot...they may have been giving the troop time to process Nene's passing...any zoo vet would have euthanized her already. You can't mend broken bones on a gorilla at her age...they should say goodbye because it's cruel to make her suffer. And that will add to this zoos criticism if they don't make the obvious choice.

[@owllover813]

So sweet they are so concerned! Bless their hearts!!

[@siliza6124]

It was the hardest video I've seen 😢. Seeing Nene all curled up, fragile like a defenseless child and Shabani, Annie and Kiyomasa disturbing, pushing, how difficult it is to see 😪

[@christianedelon477]

😔😔😔

[@1025paper]

They are trying to get her active.

[@denisemorris1177]

I think the troop are doing this try and get Nene to get up and move. She’s just lying there on the floor. Heal Nene!❤❤

[@mentayflor]

Ellos siguen su instinto. En algunas especies cuando alguno del grupo actua raro los demas lo atacan. Quizas la naturaleza asi evite que se reproduzcan los débiles y enfermos

[@angeresists5493]

Yes, that's eactly what they're doing....

[@sylvie2519]

@@mentayflor I feel Shabani and Annie just want to get Nene moving. Neither one of these gorillas has dealth with death. They sense something and are very anxious pacing. Now Genki at Kyoto she witnessed 3 gorillas close to her die. Her mother Hiromi, , Gon and Biju at another zoo in Japan. So she has experience and is a much calmer gorilla. When Momotaro got sick she remained calm for the boys. She had alot of tragedy in her life and very strong. I think Nene is the only one that experienced death. When Ricky died, Ais dad. So it is something new and they want Nene to get up but they dont realize how injured she is. That fall when she hit her head injured her right eye, right hip that was already sore. She is in pain.That is why she does not move much. They need to put her on a soft bed, not concrete, give her pain medication and palliative care in a large dwellingwhere she is in view of her family If the family cannot see her they will go crazy. If by some miracle she survives that would be great. But consider her age, her injuries and elderly take a long time to hear. I would like to see Ai stay close to her. She loves her mom and it was touching to see Nene touch Ai's face and hold hands. I even saw a video where Ai massaged Nenes back. That was very sweet. Ai seems so quiet but she is a sweetheart.

[@nancym5814]

This absolutely breaks my heart. I am so sad they have to close the exhibit but I totally get it. I think the family is naturally upset and maybe slapping at Nene in hopes of rousing her. Our precious Nene!! I love her so much. Thank you to the medical staff for your plans to let her have peace. I also hope she and her family can still be in close proximity but at safe distance. I will deeply miss not seeing them everyday. Thank you Mr. G for your updates. ❤️❤️🕊🕊🕊❤️❤️

[@DanielC__]

Annie has been harassing Nene for ages so she’s not doing anything from a loving perspective. She’s dragged Kiyo into it as well but his intentions are probably more loving.

[@kaylie8580]

@@DanielC__ How has Annie dragged Kiyo into it? I swear y’all turn every situation into it being Annie’s fault. Please stop putting human emotions and characteristics onto them. Annie and Kiyo have not been able to go outside and are probably bored. Their worried about Nene but their also antsy and probably want to get Nene to chase them like she usually does.

[@brookejones6777]

​@@DanielC__Exactly 💯

[@DanielC__]

@@kaylie8580 He's just mimicking Annie, like most primates. Really has nothing to do with human emotions whatsoever. It's as natural as can be for a primate to imitate , copy, emulate, etc of a sibling/parent or other primate. Not surprising he's now hassling Nene. What surprises me is how much Shabani is hitting her and wrestling her on the ground. She screams about it and the Zoo does nothing. Shabani should be protecting her, not joining in on beating her up!

[@mrbert29]

God bless you Nene!

[@Danielleb723]

Gorillas are amazing. They are superior to humans in many ways except humans are more cut throat and superior intellectually maybe. But their emotions are so strong as is their bond with each other. Im sure its not an easy situation to deal with for the keepers as well. I hope Nene will recover soon and if it is her time I hope it is peaceful. This gorilla family is loved internationally.

[@pigtailswithbows]

Beautifully said!❤

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@dueranasimp4ever]

sad seeing the elderly injured gorilla sleeping on the hard concrete. surely that is not comfortable for her.

[@kellyalexander7473]

I agree. In the wild they sleep in tall grasses and make soft beds for themselves. Concrete is cold and HARD.

[@aquarianlight1880]

Its not good for their bones either especially all the wear and tear from climbing and jumping off onto

[@staceyrogers4958]

I keep complaining about it on the zoos twitter/x page but no response. Not sure who to contact.

[@peterlondon2217]

This zoo is a joke, why isn’t she is a hospital all being cared for in isolation….which zoo is this ?

[@elizabethstops2362]

Why is Nene left on this hard floor? If her condition is fragile, why isn't she placed somewhere where the vetenarians can take care of her ?

[@CaseyNahan]

The pain that this wonderful lady must endure ,❤️❤️❤️❤️🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵

[@ТатьянаВасильева-л1ы]

I think that Shabani is trying his best to get Nene to move, not to lie down, he is very worried about what is happening, and Nene, it seems to me, has a distortion on the right side of her face, perhaps something like a stroke or a heart attack

[@Erin-hc4yx]

Another poster yesterday said the gorilla exhibit will close beginning today, Sept 10, for an unspecified period of time. Obviously due to Nene's condition. Hugs and kisses Nene.

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@brookejones6777]

They will continue doing this. We will not know. They don't want us to see. They know how upset we are. They would have kept it opened and moved Nene to a safe place

[@bluefish5112]

This is hard to watch. Making me cry. I think she might be on her last days.😢 Love NeNe.❤ Oh, thank God she's eating! Why is Shabani shoving her? Is there a reason why? Kiyomasa is doing it, too!

[@stljoiee]

He is trying to get a reaction. We have all seen pathetic creeping Nene become fierce and running fast when angry….to protect Kiyomasa or Ai. She has never been gentle with Annie, yet Annie is showing concern.

[@rebeccabarton5428]

So sad but this was like me watching my nana slowly depart from this world and me just not knowing what the hell to do? Thank God for my mother at that time she was amazing, your fans and family love you very much Nene XOXO 💋

[@GaryO-cw3qy]

Father please heal our beloved Nene, I've known her for years. Love you ❤ Nene.

[@celiablythe-washington3960]

Shabani Refuses For Nene To Give Up 😞 That’s Why I Believe He Is Doing All This 🥲 Prayers For Nene🙏🏽❤️

[@lesliewallace9665]

@@celiablythe-washington3960 agree!! Even Annie is trying hard to get Nene up and responding

[@fukyu-q6z2024]

Agreed!!!! They can definitely see Nene not doing well. Even Annie always bully her knows something isn’t right. They are trying hard for Nene to keep going, eat, move, get up. That’s just Gorillas way. Ppl says to get her see vet but I think they already have and doing something to help her but if this is age decline there isn’t much they can do. Ppl also said to isolate Nene. Isolation isn’t good idea for Nene or others. They are family they should be together. Nene comes to the area they are at because she wants to be. If she doesn’t then she’ll stay basement.

[@Greylock21]

I feel we don't see all the comments. After I read these, I had a different thought process. I wish I saw all the way others feel as I would have felt different, responded different, and surely not have been so angry. After more times seeing the nasty slip Nene had, that would have been different. Many names are new to me. In that manner, I digress. Great job on video and good throws with food even though Nene wasn't pleased:-)

[@karenclare4241]

Ai is lovely isn’t she ❤

[@GrandRegentSScratch]

Beautiful Ai❤️🦍

[@1morenobody]

I agree. I love her full dark coat. Very pretty.

[@jxflem5588]

What is AI doing all the way up?she needs to help her mother nene with eating 😂 ❤

[@sylvie2519]

Yes. Ai is the quiet one with the kind heart.

[@sonyawilson1000]

Since this video was taken Nene is doing a bit better, and has regained her appetite, and as of September 9th she even looked a bit better. Zoo staff closed the outside habitat because it is easier to monitor Nene inside. She's at a high risk of falling, as I believe she already has (her eye is swollen). Zoo staff have been feeding Nene food that she likes to eat, as well as food that is high in water content like bananas, cucumber and tomatoes because she was a bit dehydrated, and is why she has 💩 diarrhea. We have to keep in mind NONE of the gorillas in this troop have dealt with a situation such as this, Nene being so sick. 4:45, 14:50 We've never seen Annie and Shabani react this way. Shabani is stressed out to no end, and is severely worried about Nene. 12:45 Shabani IS NOT attacking Nene. 15:35 He wants Nene to get up! He's in panic mode here. 16:04 So does Kiyomasa (but his way of expressing to his mom that he wants her to get up is extreme and hard to watch). What we are seeing is gorilla anxiety at its highest. The entire troop is stressed to the max, anxious and worried. These are gorillas, and not human, and their way of expressing concern by displaying IS troubling. It doesn't make sense that Annie is attacking Nene, and then 0:32 we see Annie showing concern, and checking Nene's anal glands. 19:40 Ai and Annie come to check on Nene again. I am glad the zoo made an announcement to close the gorilla habitat for now. The zoo has been flooded with phone calls from fans about Nene's condition. The entire troop needs intervention, and stress management while Nene is treated for her illness. It may be best to separate Nene from the troop until she gets better, and the troop's stress levels are back to normal.

[@GlamourGallor]

That is what I believe to be happening as well. Thank you!!! Well said. The gorillas are stressed out! I don't know what people expect, Shabani to walk up to Nene and ask her to get up like a human 🙄. One must understand how gorillas communicate, and then one must understand that this troop is bewildered as to Nene's condition. Everyone is mimicking Shabani, and then when that happens Shabani is scolding everyone else to keep away from Nene. I am also glad the habitat is close to viewing. The troop needs privacy, and help coping with this situation with Nene.

[@LipStickGlaze]

Shabani bless his heart. He is panicked seeing Nene lying on the floor probably afraid she is passing away right before his very eyes. He is trying to arouse her to get up. One would say Nene is being beaten. I say that Shabani is afraid, and very concern. It's the equivalent of a human walking up to another human, and vigorously shaking them, "Wake up! Breathe!" "Don't leave us please!" 😢

[@leticiacirio2743]

exact!!

[@PrimateLady]

The zoo staff and vet are separating Nene until around noon each day to monitor her, treat her illness, administer meds, and feed her a special diet. I hope her diarrhea clears up, but I think somebody said she is eating foods high in water content to treat dehydration, and to get her to eat her favorite foods like tomatoes. I do wonder what her x-rays and blood work are showing. Hope she is healing and making progress getting well.

[@leticiacirio2743]

@@GlamourGallor Bravo!!

[@lisaharms9387]

May God keep them happy and Safe ...And may God keep Nene with him❤❤❤❤

[@famouslegend3649]

They should leave Nene alone with her daughter Ai. She's the only one who really loves her And she always treats her with respect. I felt like crying when I saw her looking at her. That's true love

[@WilliamCurry-bh3dk]

HER son dont love her ???

[@kaylie8580]

They all love her, they each have different relationships with her.

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@KINGPHANTOMw85]

that is not true at all the hell

[@kaylie8580]

Let’s not bring negativity towards the other gorillas in the comments, they are all stressed in a unnatural environment! Sending positive vibes for Nene and the troop to feel better!

[@sylvie2519]

yes. I dont feel the gorillas are mean spirited. They are in an unnatural environment. And they try to get Nene to get up. They dont know she is injured and in pain. She lays on that concrete because I suspect it hurts to move. I saw her Fall from above and injure her head, eye and the left wrist was from a week ago. I would like dignity for Nene

[@kaylie8580]

@@sylvie2519 I agree! They love Nene and seem worried about her. They want to play so their messing with her to get a chase going lol. She’s too weak now, physically and mentally. I think them constantly trying to get her riled up helped her as she got older because she was constantly moving or running, but that doesn’t seem like it’s going to help her now with her injuries. I just hope the zoo keepers are able to make her as comfortable as possible for the rest of her time here❤️

[@lunarminx]

​@@sylvie2519actually animals know when someone is sick and in pain. They just don't want her to give up yet.

[@cornishmaid9138]

She needs to be removed, for goodness sake. Even if it is ‘natural’ behaviour, she shouldn’t have to suffer. She peed herself during one scuffle. Give her some dignity and protection.

[@kaylie8580]

@@cornishmaid9138 I think they did give her some time alone recently, keeping her inside and letting the others go outside.

[@Leothelion-fr8xp]

Sadly, I agree with the previous comment. Poor Nene seems to my untrained eye to be going the way of all flesh; as is true of us and all living things… I hope she had a happy life.❤

[@Zaros1337]

Good to see Nene eating again. I hope she starts getting better. ❤

[@bmanbusee3812]

Unfortunate as I said before about the decline. I’m no expert but looks like nene lost a lot of weight and the males are getting agitated. Trying everything they can to get her energy up and move around. Will see what happens when the exhibit reopens

[@olgaarca6423]

I feel so sad for Nene, I can’t stop crying, I know this family for so many years, I’m praying for Nene😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢I love you Nene❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@bxchicc7799]

I just wanna cry right now. I love Nene very much, but it looks like she's dying. Shabani is very stressed out and I feel bad for all of them. Please make Queen Nene comfortable. I understand that Gorillas grieve a bit differently than us. I am praying that Nene heals and praying for the whole troop. Sending so much love from NYC ❤🦍

[@DEEv82]

❤❤❤If this is your final days, I'm so sorry. Love you Nene.❤❤❤

[@aidaadams8917]

I simply adore Gorillas and planning a trip to Africa to see them in their natural habitat…. Why is this zoo allowing Nene to suffer like this….she is an older Gorilla and obviously SUFFERING…..it is uncalled for and inhumane…the HUMANE SOCIETY should get involve….also why aren’t these Gorillas 🦍 outside roaming around the grounds…letting them do what they do best…. THIS IS A VERY UNCOMFORTABLE VIDEO TO WATCH…..DON’T UNDERSTAND WHY SOMETHING ISN’T BEING DONE…..

[@normasantoro1087]

Oh my god!!.. what the hell!!!! he just pushing her around...😢. Get Nene the hell out of there!!! Grrrrr...this was heartbreaking to watch!

[@brookejones6777]

Exactly 💯

[@1morenobody]

I believe the interaction between Annie and Shabani was to stimulate a reaction from Nene. Neither one of them hurt her. Nene is not in a good way and may well pass or require being humanely put down. I imagine the illness is a stressor on the entire troop. They will have to navigate things they have never experienced. It is perhaps best the entire troop is allowed to do this without prying eyes. Time never stops for anyone.

[@kreiger9]

Nothing sad about love and devotion. It's quite beautiful indeed.

[@sunflowers8508]

I think Nene is headed to the gorilla heavens soon. She is amazing. Much love to the Shabani troop. 🦍🤍🖤

[@Nothing2seeHere4u]

Like others say, it's hard to watch but as we can see they carry the same care and concern for their loved ones. Maybe even more so than humans. ❤ I am hoping Nene is resting comfortably

[@chika-zx2sb]

動画配信ありがとうございます。 20分間涙が止まらなかったです。 こんなネネさんに何をしているのかととても辛かったけど、シャバーニたちは弱っていくネネさんの現実が受け入れられずにパニックになり、必死で呼びかけているような気がしてきました。『立ち上がって怒ってよ❗️』と。現実的には傷付けてしまっているかもしれませんが、それくらい必死なんだと思います。みんな苦しんでいるから、みんな食欲がないのだと思います。 ネネさんはあれだけ叩かれた後なのに、急にパクパクとナスを食べていたのが印象的でした。 ネネさんにも、他のゴリラたちにも、平和が戻りますように。

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

私もシャバーニは弱っていくネネを鼓舞しているように感じました。 今は食事をきちんととってると聞いてひと安心です😮‍💨

[@karolineharuno7733]

Siiim ele estava fazendo isso para ela reagir😢

[@智子大下]

ネネさん、食べてますね！！ うれしい動画ありがとうございます！ なんとかがんばってほしいです。

[@jamierae7405]

Why aren’t these beautiful animals outside in an enclosure? They need fresh air and grass. They eat food off the cement floor where they void their urine!!!

[@VA4LVRS]

They are trying to get her to move, don’t think they are being mean, they’re worried

[@GodChild1970]

I feel so sad for Shabani! He has to watch for everything and everyone. But he has to watch NeNe slowly decline. He’s trying to keep her alive! I love the Shabani family. However, nene is tired and in pain, and I believe she’s entering into her final stages. This deeply saddens me ❤

[@ssims498]

Awww Cute Ringo. Even in a dream Ringo is sweet 😇

[@Elsa-zr8qd]

Keeping them calm is key to helping Nene through this. I am thrilled she is eating even if it’s not too much. Keep the others in the troop occupied so she can recover in peace. ❤️

[@davenbrandon7311]

Queen nene big love to you gal❤

[@justbreathe_]

Shabani and Annie may not be malicious but Nene is frail, unwell, and wants to be left alone. Ai seems to be the one that understands this the most. She shows concern but doesn’t push

[@sylvie2519]

yes. Ai has always been the quiet observant kind daughter. I dont think Annie and Shabani is malicious either. They are trying to get her to move. But she is too injured at this point and I dont think they understand this.

[@LynnAnn1960]

Poor nene might be dyeing 😢😢😢 and the other's can since it , this is so sad...😢😢😢

[@tyeishamcbride7127]

This is heartbreaking 😢 I love nene ❤I’m so hoping she gets better, but…. In the meantime , even if they mean well and are wanting het to get up it’s time to allow her to have some peace please. Separate her!

[@justruth1934]

It is difficult to see Nene's health decline-both for us humans and for her gorilla family. I wish for Nene to have peace and if at all possible, healing. She will inevitably teach her family, the zoo staff and us viewers, about the dynamics of aging & ultimately death. ☮& 💜 to Nene.

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@Юлия-н7ы1в]

Нене моя бабуля горилла милая выздоравливай❤❤❤, не болей зайка возьми себя в лапки и борись моя хорошая ❤️

[@debbieburgess487]

Thanks for explaining

[@Ester273]

Mulheres do Gorila ficam estressadas cansadas de cuidar fa família linda exemplo de amor para a humanidade ❤

[@womanofsubstance8735]

Why are these animals living on CONCRETE FLOORS without straw, shavings, or even cloths that they can sit or LIE on to protect them from the CONCRETE FLOORS??!! Maybe Nene would choose to lie on a blanket or mat.

[@sweetsue1971]

That's what I would like to know! Unless they do so in the basement

[@evespector3972]

Seems like not a great place

[@elzbietapaczkowska2098]

Questo zoo non è dato avere animali..nulla fatto per assomigliare natura ..pochi spesa ..guadagno di più bisness

[@Pica2u]

Honestly, this video is extremely hard to watch. It is clear that Nene is near her time and is very frail. It looks like she has maybe had a stroke. I don’t know why they can’t separate her for her safety. It very clear she can barely move and is in pain. This is just heart breaking.

[@sulahaka1]

I didn’t see your earlier post and have more or less said the same.The zookeepers need to take some action.Very upsetting to watch.

[@Pica2u]

@@sulahaka1 it’s hard to see, as humans we have empathy, clearly they don’t know how to handle the situation and the keepers really should step in.

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@brookejones6777]

I bet her leg is broken, too😢

[@lauralm9905]

Please keep us updated on Nene. Thank you for sharing your videos with us in the USA 😊

[@wiesiawojcik796]

I don't understand why the zoo director doesn't isolate Nene from her family members so she can peacefully depart this world...

[@deea7348]

God Bless you

[@brynjones7371]

Would a sick human family member be locked away to die, these gorillas are so loving and caring they feel the pain of a loved one passing just as we do. It's part of the cycle of life. X

[@Middle-Road.Kim.K]

Not only would isolation confuse and scare Nene, but the troop would likely become aggressive towards the keepers trying to get Nene back in the fold of her family. As of today, they're all in the basement where keepers and vet(s) can monitor her closely.

[@angelahartman3272]

​@@brynjones7371Exactly! You explained it perfectly, thank you.

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@staceyrogers4958]

They could at least give her some straw to make a soft bed instead of lying on a hard concrete floor 😢

[@VA4LVRS]

If they remove her it could make things worse, we don’t know how shabani will react, maybe put her where he can see her ❤❤

[@kaylie8580]

That’s true, he would be really worried and stressed.

[@helengren9349]

☝️Have vet's to check on her❗❗❗ bless You Nene❗🙏🌟🕊️

[@brookejones6777]

Exactly 💯

[@Eeohippus]

The way that she's holding her limbs as she sits, and do you notice her lip and the right side of her face are slightly contorted. I wonder if she's had some kind of stroke or something

[@serendipity937]

yes, she had a little stroke. Mr Gori talked with the zoo keepers

[@GrandRegentSScratch]

@@Eeohippus she had a stroke when Annie threw her off a ledge, I think half of her face is paralyzed unfortunately.😢

[@victoriarash4417]

I really don't like Annie. Never have and this just confirms for me why I don't. Why don't you let her go in peace zoo keepers. This is not right. You are filming this for U-tube and that is just wrong. You might say it's the way of the wild but they are in a zoo not the wild. Remove her from them and let her go in peace. U-tube isn't the place for this we hear you laughing in the background

[@GrandRegentSScratch]

⁠@@victoriarash4417she’s a spoiled brat that thinks she can do whatever she wants, she has never gotten punished or even disciplined at that matter.

[@コロパピィ]

​@@victoriarash4417　　私はアニーが可哀想だと思う。　育児放棄で人口哺育で離され、　日本で初めての人口哺育での戻された。 しかしネネからの虐待でシャバーニに守ってもらう。 赤ちゃんのアニーは階段からネネに押され、数えきれないほど暴力。　５年間された。 虐待されない為に、強くなった事を見せ、　ゴリラは軽く殴り追いかけさせ、遊ぶ。 アニーは威嚇と怒らず追いかけて遊んでくれる事をネネに望んでいた。　しかしネネは孫だと認めず、自分の子供には怒らず、アニーには怒ってしまう。　　ゴリラは軽く殴り追いかけさせる遊びをする。　　しかしネネに対してやると殴ったと思われる。 私なら５年も殴られ、差別して怒る祖母を許さない。　近づかない。　　しかしアニーはネネを心配している。　皆のゴリラが心配で食欲がおちた。　　数日前飼育員が手渡しで餌をあげていた。　　このゴリラは本気の喧嘩で食欲がなくなる事が多い。　　シャバーニが守ってくれなかったら、ネネから殺されたアニー。　　ネネの行いがされる理由。　　家の老犬も足がやっと立てて下痢も３年も続き、　出血と腎臓が悪い。 立てない時もあった。　よく吐く。　老化は自然で完全には治らない。　　ネネはゴリラのやり方、起きろ!食べて！と殴ったように見えるが違う。　ゴリラのやり方を知らないと暴力だと思ってしまうのが悔しい。

[@EnriqueGonzalez-cg1yw]

Pobre nene duele mucho verla asi porfavor hagan lo posible por mantenela comada ya esta viejita mi hermosa nene 😔

[@staceyrogers4958]

How can the zoo staff leave Nene like this? It’s heartbreaking 💔

[@sandraphillips1718]

Prayers for Nene! ❤❤❤😢

[@victoriarash4417]

I love AI she is so lovely and this is really bothering her. Watching Nene and also having to watch the others treat her this way.

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@sylvie2519]

@@SomethingAboutGorillas I appreciate your response but you must understand the videos dont show evidence that Nene's safety or medical care is provided. People are responding to what they see. And I dont see dignity laying on concrete and barely able to move. That's pain. I have a medical background and know what I see. Perhaps the zoo is making new choices on behalf of Nene. Lets see. The proof is in the pudding.

[@tammyfrancis7856]

So glad to see her eating at the end of this video!

[@strangerlovesgorillas]

They try to get a reaction from Nene. Gorillas first have to learn to understand an unknown situation and how to deal with it. They have never experienced a situation like this and don't understand what is going on. Nene behaves completely differently and certainly smells different due to her poor state of health. There is a zoo in Germany where an older female died shortly after a new silverback joined the troop. They left her body with the gorillas for a while. The females understood what had happened because they experienced death when the old silverback died. The new silverback had not yet experienced death and tried to get a reaction from her. He even jumped on her body and hit her on the stomach. The literature describes an increase in agonistic or aggressive behavior in the group in such a situation. I'm not saying that Nene will die. I hope she will get better. I'm just trying to explain the behavior based on what I've read

[@lm9991]

Thank you! I think in the wild too a gorilla can slip away from the group with herself or a daughter and live out the remaining time alone.

[@strangerlovesgorillas]

@@lm9991 You are welcome 💛. Yes, that's true. I once found an article about the death of gorillas in the wild and it says, and I quote: ``These observations provide some new data points for researchers who are investigating gorilla behavior, but it still remains unclear how common these interactions with corpses are. Gorillas who are sick and injured often leave the group to die alone, or they are abandoned when they can no longer keep up. We have a lot to learn about when and why animals choose to stay with a corpse, how social relationships between individuals and the deceased affect the behavioral responses.´´

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

Thanks for giving us useful information. Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@strangerlovesgorillas]

@@lm9991 I had already replied to you yesterday, but the comment was apparently not let through by youtube. I hope it works this time.... . You're welcome 💛💛. Yes, you're right. I once read about this in an article regarding the death of gorillas in the wild. It said that sick and injured gorillas often leave the group to die alone, or they are abandoned when they can no longer keep up.

[@strangerlovesgorillas]

@@SomethingAboutGorillas You're welcome. Thank you for your work and the videos 🙏💜! The zookeepers are certainly doing everything they can for Nene. I hope that her condition improves. ❤

[@LisaPFMoore]

The human banter and laughing is killimg me 😭

[@ditassaplan]

Separating her from the family means she will die alone. The rest of the family are showing her they are there instead of just ignoring her.

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@sylvie2519]

When Momotaro got sick at Kyoto both of his young sons were listless and when the zoo keepers allowed the boys to see Momotaro as he was recovering Kintaro was able to squeeze through the open gate and lay next to him. The boys then started to eat again and recover. They missed their troop leader dad. So it is possible to give Nene a soft bed in a dwelling where the troop can see her and she still can rest without the troops interference. In Nene's situation she can be viewed but I dont think it is wise to keep and open gate. She needs to rest without being on guard. And though the Troop dont intend to hurt her. They swat at her to get her up and move. Sad they dont realize she is too injured and weak to get up. Kind palliative care. Soft bed, pain medications. any soft food she likes if she can eat. I love Nene. She has been my favorite and I remember one person called her grumpy lady bug. She is so petite and does remind me of a lady bug. And I endear her even when she is grumpy. Much love

[@Bella_Rose.2023]

Do you know that for sure??​@@SomethingAboutGorillas

[@brookejones6777]

Momo and sons, probably had a virus. That's why they got better at the same time

[@MaimeMusu-b6h]

Nene you are so pretty and precious ❤️

[@shannoncooper4188]

Poor old Nene, bless her heart. It's really hard to see her like this, she's just so tired and worn out. I fear she doesn't have much time. 💔 I wish I could comfort her myself 😢

[@staceycooper1086]

Why is Nene not in a vet office instead of in the exhibit where obviously she is being bothered ny Shabani and Annie?

[@tricia4900]

Why cant they put her in an adjacent room on her own where they can still see her ..just for some peace.

[@desireerose2861]

The only one not abusing her is Ai! This is shameful!!!

[@koookimama]

朝からキヨマサがネネさんにしつこくて。シャバーニがネネさんを必死に守ってるのが凄かったです。前日まですごく心配そうにみてたのに、なぜこの日はあんなことをしたのか😞

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

シャバーニも状況が良くならないことが不安なんでしょうね。。

[@Pray925]

They want her up and moving and that’s the only way they know how to rouse her! Annie is just being mean that’s why Shabani chased her away! He is the troop leader and he wants her to move around instinct tells them that she cannot stay down like that!

[@karolineharuno7733]

Acho que ele estava se comportando assim para ver se ela reage😢​@@SomethingAboutGorillas

[@nancym5814]

If Shabani were trying to hurt Nene he would. I think he is desperate to "wake her up" to get her back to normal. Bless him and Nene. Poor Nene. 😢😢😢❤🕊❤️

[@jardimpinheiro1078]

Nene❤❤🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@CaseyNahan]

It appears that the kids are upset and sad regarding Grammy,they just want her to feel better and running by and tapping her is their way to deal with her ,they are clearly sad ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@SomethingAboutGorillas]

Currently, the zoo is ensuring Nene's safety and providing her with medical attention and food.

[@CaseyNahan]

@@SomethingAboutGorillas I have no doubt of this ,you folks are giving her and the rest of this lovely family ,steer the course Nene queen of this family of western low-land folks , I call them folks because I feel they deserve it ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️I understand how injured hips are very painful, I played ice hockey for many years , I was injured before the tryouts for the 1980 miracle on ice that beat the Russians ,my coaches told me that I had a real good chance of taking a spot as one top defensive player,I definitely understand how our hips can be very painful when injured

[@racheleastwood5588]

Love Nene and this was hard to watch. She needs comfort and peace bless her.

[@thesummerof1968]

Shabani and Annie are so concerned for Nene, they're trying to snap her out of being ill. It's very sad to watch. The troop won't eat until Nene starts eating. I'm hoping Nene will get back to her old self soon. This troop does everything together like no other troop I've watched. They are very close to each other. Ai was sweet coming up to Nene and watching her eat.

[@sandraphillips1718]

Every troop member is attacking Nene except for Ai. 😢

[@Rayedrgn02]

At least she got to live into an elderly age [many animals don't get that luxury] and the gorillas all appear healthy and well taken care of. She just old and tired like the rest of us. XD

[@dlakoba4459]

I don’t think I can watch any longer 😢pitiful 😢sad

[@juliajohnson6022]

@@tefjamzz8358, that’s stupid. It’s part of life.🥺🇺🇸

[@tefjamzz8358]

@@juliajohnson6022 Call It What You Want I Can't Watch Nene Get Treated Like That Anymore U Can Be Cold 🥶 Hearted But I'm Not Good Day 2 U

[@deea7348]

@@juliajohnson6022you have no humanly feelings. Would you like to be slowly and literally killed. That’s a part of life? The keepers should definitely separate her and keep her safe as she passes on. Maybe in the wild this is common behavior to kill the weak, but she is in a zoo….😢

[@deea7348]

Fed up with abuse of a sick animal as I have a heart. Unsubscribing.

[@CookieWoods.]

@@juliajohnson6022 would you speak so candidly about it if it was one of your living breathing relatives! 🙄

[@tentang_gorila]

I hope Nene be healthy 😢

[@cricket9629]

WTF! Is this zoo going to keep allowing Shabani and Annie to just beat her until she is dead? TAKE NENE OUT, NOW! She needs rest, medical attention and Peace!

[@GrandRegentSScratch]

@@cricket9629 it’s horrible and I cannot watch this family anymore😭.

[@BlackandProud350]

It looks like it.

[@コロパピィ]

それは違う。　人間とは違うやり方、起きて、食べてとうながしているんだよ。　　叩いているなら、食欲がおちない。　皆心配でイライラして、全員食欲がおちている。　　　ながくみているが、ほんとの 喧嘩するだけで食欲おちる家族。だから数日前に飼育員が皆に餌を手渡ししていた。　　シャバーニのおしりがしおれて痩せた。　うながされたのでネネが食べてるので良くなるかもしれない。　　人間のやり方と違うので、一つの行動だけで決めるのは間違い。　　今までの行いをみれば、起きろ怒れ食べて！としてる事がわかる。　　気持ちを良く見ないと悪い判断の意見が出てくる。

[@TS-gr7vu]

​@@コロパピィ同じ見解です。起きて食べなさいという行動の表れだと感じました。人間ならば医者に行くと考えますが動物は食べて元気を取り戻すのみの選択です。心配から来ている行動だと思いました。歯がなく食欲がないネネさんに固形物はどうかとは思いますがその辺りの事や状況は飼育員、獣医師が把握対応していると思います。