The Story of Gentaro

[@toby099]

Gentaro is almost a silverback now. He’s huge and gorgeous

[@sassygirl7817]

It’s amazing how after 10 months apart, Genki takes to her baby as if they we’re always together

[@krisrose219]

It must’ve been so hard for genki to not have her baby with her but of course it had to be done. She is such a great momma

[@alanwerner8563]

It did NOT need to be done. They could’ve Shared care and feeding of him. Why can’t you see this.?

[@tampabaybuccaneer10]

@@alanwerner8563 Because getting her to let go of the baby for him to receive care is almost impossible without sedating her. Gorilla babies need to be fed and kept warm constantly and Genki wasn't able to do it with Gentaro. It would be cruel to sedate her every time they needed to feed Gentaro.

[@TheFlashyWeasel]

@@alanwerner8563 WRONG

[@gailrossholland6149]

Cuteness overload. Gentaro was a beautiful baby and so adorable and funny. Genki was and still is a wonderful mother. Now I hope people can see why she is so protective when it comes to her boys especially Kintaro. Thank you for your video.

[@dreamcatcherjulie1]

beautiful video. I knew all this but it upsets me when people say Genki needs to go, and Momo needs another partner. Genki has hard a very hard life, as well as Momo and they are good together. Thanks for putting these videos together so people know the background of the family. Genki was really all alone until Momo, and he also was all alone, so together they are good. It puts a lot of things into perspective for people who don't know all of their backgrounds. Again great job on putting these videos together.

[@janetclaireSays]

@@dreamcatcherjulie1 I think a lot of, mostly guys, who bash women online are now bashing this female gorilla because they are bored with limiting their disrespect to one species.

[@TheFlashyWeasel]

@@janetclaireSays And they STILL continue to do so..women do it too. Sick minds, maybe they are just jealous!

[@stevemorris6790]

Gentaro was a very cute baby!

[@stevemorris6790]

Gentaro is my favorite. He’s so beautiful, playful and smart!

[@floridagirl330]

I love Gentaro. Thanks for sharing this. Most people don’t know his story. They think he is a little bully. He is really a sweet boy that had an unconventional start in life. ❤️

[@stevemorris6790]

At least Genki kept touching him etc etc. Annie was completely rejected by Ai her mother but fortunately Shabani her father came to the plate and was /is a father and mother to her.

[@ankavoskuilen1725]

What a wonderful silverback and dad Momotaro is, considering the fact that he never had a role model.

[@GiselSimon]

That is so true. I used to think he was a bit cold with the kids, but it could not be further from the truth.

[@aquarianlight1880]

I actually think Momotaro has become a softie even more with Kintaro. Fatherhood is making him a better Silverback. I wonder uf he a Genki were to have a female baby would Momotaro be even more tender?

[@trenken]

Now he fights with gentaro everyday lol. I know they are trying to move gentaro out of the family soon.

[@stevemorris6790]

, how about nature, animals don’t need classes to do their things. It’s a personality stuff.

[@stevemorris6790]

Gentaro is the most handsomest of the family!

[@CourtneyTunbridge79]

I loved this so much, I'm sure it's simply because Kintaro is the newest and smallest addition to Momotaro family and seriously who doesn't love a baby.....but Gentaro is sometimes so underrated, over looked, over shadowed by Kintaro, however you want to see it but he is an exceptional young man/ape, his life is such a success story and he has more personality than I've seen in a lot of humans. I absolutely love his dancing, I thought that was just a Kintaro thing but boy does Gentaro have the moves. People talk about how strong Kintaro is and how he never gives up but if more people saw this upload and knew a whole lot more of Gentaro's story then they will see that Gentaro is every much the superstar as his brother and Kintaro has the best big brother and role model in the world. Kudos to all the staff at Kyoto Zoo, you guys did a wonderful job and again can I just say what an AMAZING mother Genki is and an AMAZING father Momotaro is, especially seeing as Momotaro had no father himself and Gentaro was the first baby for both of them. I love Momotaro family ❤️ 💓 ♥️ 💕

[@vjc2270]

Awww - poor Gentaro and poor Genki! No wonder Gentaro is so close to his human carers. It’s wonderful that he was successfully reunited with his mama - the zoo did an amazing job❣️

[@gianniconcu5247]

Come mai il piccolo appena nato e stato tolto alla madre perché non aveva latte

[@red8643]

Genki is an awesome mom....God bless her. Momotaro loving Gentaro and playing with him is just beautiful. So very happy Gentaro was accepted back by both parents after such a long separation. Love love Gentaro 💖💖💖💖

[@GiselSimon]

Thank you very much.

[@billrobbins5874]

Thank you so much Kyoto Staff, for this wouldn't have been possible without you all. Who is the stepdad/mom? Truly heartwarming.to see. Thank you for sharing. ❤️🦍🦍🦍🦍❤️.

[@annajbanana2132]

THANK YOU FOR THAT BEAUTIFUL VIDEO FROM START TO FINISH. I LOVED HOW WELL HE WAS ABLE TO REUNITE AND BOND WITH HIS MAMA AND IT WAS HEARTWARMING TO SEE HIS DAD BEING SUCH A GENTLE GIANT TO HIS LITTLE BOY. WHAT A BEAUTIFUL STORY

[@karoonboomie2813]

Everytime I watch this video I cry, the way Genki looked at him thru iron bars broke my heart, especially when she tries to kiss him, touch him. Then when he finally came, they way Genki was walking all around him, shielding him, that was so precious!! Genki will always have the mother of the year award, she is one amazing gorilla mama. She has been thru so much, all she ever wanted was her own baby, well-deserved! Kudos to the amazing gorilla human daddy, so much dedication, patience, compassion & determination. Job well done sir! You should be recognized & rewarded for your role as a human/gorilla parent in the Zoo Society around the world, you should train keepers willing to take on that role when needed. It’s all about the Gorillas 🦍 and Kyoto Zoo Gorilla Team made that happen & saved one more species from going into extinction. Much respect to you all. 🇺🇸🫶🏻🦍🩶🖤🦍🩶🖤🦍🏆

[@stevemorris6790]

No even close. Genki never cared for gentaro when the brat was born.

[@marilynmicoletti2812]

@@stevemorris6790Really sad/untrue commentary! Sorry for you if that is what you see! 🙆‍♀️

[@DavidSmith-fs6pi]

Genki had never forgotten her son Gentaro🥰

[@amydamjanovic9183]

What a great mother Genki is. It was so sweet to see how excited she was when she finally got her son back.

[@tarinachickadaunce8011]

Such a good story! I love how both Gentaros mommy and daddy both showed their love to him!

[@GiselSimon]

Yes, they were both very accepting and loving even though he had been taken from them for a long time.

[@cut_red.]

Such a beautiful story! I didn't know that gentaro was separated from his parents when he was a baby. Thank you for the video.

[@ellenknell9645]

First, I'd like to thank you for sharing Gentaro's beginning into this world. It's hard to believe just 9 years later what a sweet big brother he has become to Kintaro. Genki has been through so much in her life and it was hard to watch her wanting to touch her first born son through the bars of the enclosure. She is one fantastic mom and Gentaro is a great brother who has a bright future.

[@GiselSimon]

Thank you!

[@Miss-ru5tb]

Amazing ! & when u know the facts to everyone’s life’s it really puts their personalities into perspective, like for example how genki was so overprotective for kintaro she didn’t get the chance to raise gentaro from birth like she would have wanted . But non the less she is an amazing mom & even MoMo how he didn’t have a father but has slowly found his way as a great silverback dad ! I love them 💕💕💕

[@亜紀-n3q]

12:40頃からの、父ちゃんとの触れ合いが、たまらなく良いですね🦍❤️ 特に寝てる父ちゃんに戯れてるゲンタロウがかわいい😍

[@blessembreaks]

who knew gentaro would grow up to be such a mischievous rascal ?? 😂😂 Boy the years have passed by quickly and he has grown into a fine silverback himself. I wish the Kyoto zoo had more money so they could build a bigger enclosure for them all since now little Kintaro has joined brother Gentaro and Mama Genki and Daddy Momo. What a majestically beautiful family ❤❤

[@kittykat1985]

What a beautiful story, the zoo did a great job keeping this family together. ❤️❤️❤️

[@GiselSimon]

Thank you!

[@かなえ-i9e]

両親とスタッフさんの愛情をいっぱい受けて今では元気でたくましく優しいお兄ちゃんになったね❤

[@aventuramami]

Genki truly is a beautiful mom who takes her job extra seriously which is beautiful to watch as she nurtures and seems to genuinely enjoy the company of her little ones.

[@mielledowney2379]

This is so educational and I a learning that the zoo keepers are very proactive at this Zoo and are quick to intervene to save a life when they need to . The animals are closely monitored and the staff do a great job of preserving this wonderful beings. From how Gentaro is now I can see he will be an amazing silverback.

[@Mbhjjjkghh]

This family deserves all our love and respect because each of them has gone through very difficult times in their lives. thanks to all the zookeepers who have cared for them for years. God bless you always.❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@juliecaissie6530]

Wow gentaro is beautiful and funny in my eyes!

[@jillking5876]

It's so wonderful to see all of Gentaro's life. Like his father, he had a lot of troubles to start with, but Momotaro has been patient and has worked to become a loving father for Gentaro. Now, with a little brother to entertain (and occasionally steal from Genki), he has really blossomed into a strong young blackback. I look forward to watching him grow, along with the other members of his family, and I can't wait for your next installment on this wonderful family. Thanks for sharing Gentaro's life with all of us!

[@GiselSimon]

Thank you very much Jill!

[@g.immanuel3151]

First time seeing this. Thank you. Love this family. Gentaro has grown into a good son and brother. Handsome and lively.

[@cynstinawillowsmythe9015]

I love Gentaro! More should be told of his story. He usually gets overlooked. But he is amazing too. I love the entire family. Thanks.

[@GiselSimon]

Thank you. There were many more videos I found of baby Gentaro. I'll see about posting another "More of Baby Gentaro" video. 😁

[@Karin_R]

@@GiselSimon Yesssss, please! 😀

[@annlane1766]

Please I would to see those videos.

[@lisabenson]

@@GiselSimon Gentaro seems exceptionally smart.

[@karebear7669]

Me too, I'm obsessed 😍

[@anaelena2104]

The most beautiful act of love, the act of life.

[@ADayInTheLifeofMrsPerkins]

Such a wonderful heart warming story..thank you for this. Now it makes sense as to why Genki always has Kintaro close to her..

[@karencawthorn3173]

Its so kind & generous of them to take such tender & loving care for these beautiful babies. Such patience, such skills to appear as much as Mom as possible. And then return happily to his mama's loving arms.

[@ritalittle4838]

This is the first time I have seen this video. So much love. Made me cry with happiness for this family.

[@CaseyNahan]

She is such a amazing mom and wife,showing MoMo the ropes,incredible ❤️

[@mariabeneditachaves6854]

Bebê Gentaro, que maravilhoso !!! Hoje está um homenzinho !!!!😊😊😊😊

[@susancortez4124]

such a nice story....love the part when momotaro and genki was trying for the first time..such a comedy

[@GiselSimon]

She was very determined. 😂

[@aquarianlight1880]

You see when they concieved Kintaro, Momotaro forgot for a minute, and Gentaro younger in background like what are you doing dad?

[@cassandratakemyhandwilson4630]

@@GiselSimon: 🤣🤣

[@paulineleung5980]

👍 The content of these videos is too precious. 💕🥰 The first time I saw how Genki loved Momotaro. 🙏🏻 Thank you to the director of the zoo for taking care of Gentaro since he was a baby, and Genki is also very great 👏🏻 to accept a son raised by humans, because many gorillas mother may not be able to accept babies raised by humans. I very like 💗 Momotaro family.

[@GiselSimon]

The zoo did a wonderful job. Sometimes people criticize the zoo's for taking the baby away from the mama and raising them by hand but he would have died had they not. Through no fault of Genki. 💗🦍💗

[@jeanettereynolds3151]

Thanking a person for getting vast amounts of money?? All these precious animals should be free

[@michaelmannix1604]

@@jeanettereynolds3151 What do you honestly think would happen if this family in particular was abruptly released back into the wild?

[@toddwilliams1380]

How the hell can anyone give this a thumbs down?? Man this is beautiful! 🦍🦍🦍🦍

[@GiselSimon]

Aww, thank you so very much. 🥰🤗

[@ellenknell9645]

I agree. All gorilla videos are precious.

[@ellenknell9645]

@@GiselSimon Thank-you for the video on Gentaros birth. He's come a long way.

[@manofernando9918]

Thumbs down are from orangutans who are quite jealous.

[@sandybird5785]

@@GiselSimon aaà

[@shellos8]

What a beautiful video. He was so stinkin' cute when he was a newborn! It must have been hard for the keepers to give him back to his mum in a way, although it was always the ultimate goal. I love the part where Momotaro did not know what to do with Genki and so she scooted right under him, like "come on big boy. let me show you. I've waited a long time for a baby". Such a lovely story. Gentaro is a wonderful gorilla. You guys did a fantastic job raising him until he could go back with mum.

[@GiselSimon]

I loved the part where he is dancing as a baby and then dancing the same way as a big boy. He was always a dancer.

[@mgsindica1840]

Wow.. It's wonderful! What a great involved efforts by the team! Understand why Gentaro is closer to the affectionate caretakers, who transformed him to a present brilliant, active, caring, handsome Gentaro. Well done! God bless you all.

[@firulais8741]

Sigo sin entender por qué hay personas que no les gustan los vídeos de animales. Ha sido un trabajo maravilloso, Gentaro estaría orgulloso si pudiera ver y entender este vídeo de el, desde un poco antes de nacer. Extraordinario trabajo tanto de enseñar la vida de Gentaro en el vídeo cómo lo que hicieron por el, para que saliera adelante. También el trabajo que tendrían con Genki y Momotaro para que a los 10 meses no fueran a rechazar a su hijo. Pobre Genki, como estaría de ansiosa por querer estar con su hijo recién nacido.

[@GiselSimon]

Creo que no les gustó porque no les gustaron todas las cosas adicionales que hago en los videos o creen firmemente que los animales no deben permanecer en el zoológico.

[@firulais8741]

@@GiselSimon muchos piensan que eso es maltrato animal. En su momento lo pensé también, pero desde que empecé a ver la familia de Momotaro he cambiado de opinión ya que están en un lugar seguro, tienen todas las ayudas necesarias allí, pudiendo disfrutar de su familia. En la selva igual Genki hubiese perdido a Gentaro. O no existiría ninguno porque ya el hombre salvaje hubiera ido a provocar una masacre para conseguir lo que quieren de estos animalitos. En el día de hoy admiro lo que están haciendo por estos animales, además que no debe de ser nada fácil este trabajo en todos los sentidos aunque debe de ser super satisfactorio.

[@Cristina29031951]

Hicieron una prueba años después y Gentaro reconoció a su cuidador. Es un vídeo emocionante. Búscalo.

[@yulianatimurdewanti6845]

Always amaze to the pure life of them..Gentaro so cute, genki and momotaro so wonderful..makes my heart warm and melt..😊😍.

[@susancortez4124]

that is so cute...holding a baby gorilla

[@kotekoteanan]

赤ちゃん期〜幼少期のゲンタロウを初めて見ました。貴重な映像をありがとうございます。今ではすっかりお兄ちゃんですが、こんなに小さい頃があったんですね。ゲンタロウは、ゲンキと飼育員さんという二人のお母さんがいて幸せ者ですね。 Thank you💕

[@GiselSimon]

嬉しいコメントありがとうございます。

[@Neomalynn]

Poor momma she tried her best glad they are ok

[@valiboico919]

Gentaro un miracolo 🙏grazie al guardiano dello zoo.

[@kathlinebreuer9658]

Thanks for this beautiful memorie from Gentaro. I keep iit in my heart. Always❤❤

[@GiselSimon]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@emmas1082]

I’m so glad that they gave Genki the opportunity for a family. It’s so sad that she had to go 10 years by herself but she did have problems being bullied by other gorillas in the past.

[@bilirubin5877]

She's not by herself for 10 years, during that time she was sent to different zoo to mate with other Silverbacks for breeding program. In Genki's life she ever lived with Silverback Biju (Momotaro's Dad), Gon & Kenta but they have no offspring until the Silverback passed away. Then Genki sent back to Kyoto, not long she met Momotaro and finally have Gentaro in her 25 yo age.

[@emmas1082]

@@bilirubin5877 thank you for that information!👍🏻💕

[@swampsagacity4685]

⁠​⁠@@bilirubin5877When she was at that other zoo, she lost 95 lbs, couldn’t carry a baby to term, was shunned by the gorillas after a dominant female arrived, and as a result of all this she chewed off one of her own fingers. Thankfully they sent her back to Kyoto zoo were she was matched with a kind & gentle Silverback.

[@johnryan9626]

I tell you I just love this gorilla family. I can sit for hours watching them.. I tend to relax watching the family. They are all very loving to each other.

[@Karin_R]

Thank you, Gisel, for making this wonderful, informative and educational video of Gentaro! I love love love Gentaro. So, when I saw the thumbnail of this video, I jumped with excitement and after watching, it didn't disappoint me at all. There are some pictures and movies I've never seen before. So, thank you so much for your time and effort to gather all the information and edit for people all over the world to understand about this precious boy gorilla, but mostly about gorillas in captivity.❤️🦍❤️

[@billrobbins5874]

Thank you so very much for sharing this with all of us. Had heard bits about Genki not being able to nurse. A truly wonderful gorilla family. Thank you to all who have played a part in their lives. Whoever built that climbing apparatus did an excellent job. Starting watching because of COVID. Hope all is getting better for you too. Not a day goes by, even love the reruns. You have truly captured some previous moments in the life of this family. ❤️🦍🦍🦍🦍❤️🌎❤️

[@billrobbins5874]

Oops, precious moments.

[@GiselSimon]

Thank you very much. I was so excited when I found these. There are so many of us that love gorillas.

[@kathrynmolesa1641]

Well done, Kyoto Zoo, what a happy family.

[@TheFlashyWeasel]

This was a wonderful video about Gentaro, and his successful return to Genki and Momo! Thank you for sharing!

[@GiselSimon]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cassiecarey1]

Thank you Gisel. That was beautiful. He and Annie have similar upbringing....Funny how he used to jump on Big Momo's back.😄🥰🥰

[@GiselSimon]

Isn't it?! And Momotaro tolerated it.

[@justbreathe_]

Omg Genki sliding under Momotaro. So funny 😂 She’s a lady that goes after what she wants lol Thankfully she did because now we have Gentaro, Kintaro, and a more mentally mature Momotaro. ❤️

[@mooncakerabbithender7203]

Such a lovely story of the start of Gentaro's life. I like the way Genki was watching close at Momotaro as he was trying to look at little Gentaro.

[@carmenl.martinez5076]

BEST VIDEO EVER!!🌟 Thanks Kyoto Zoo.🌠🙏

[@stacypeloquin2085]

Omg! Thanks for this! Finally we see Genki wanting Momo! Fascinating and wonderful

[@GiselSimon]

You are welcome. Thank you for commenting! The full wedding night video can be found here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXzPo5mIZr-gkLc

[@stacypeloquin2085]

Gisel Simon I've watched them over 3 years. This is fascinating. Thanks.

[@aquarianlight1880]

Lol Genki always wanted him. She chose Momotaro from the start. They showed her Silverbacks on video and she clearly showed she wanted him lol😍

[@stevemorris6790]

Gentaro is the most intelligent, beautiful and sweet of this troopz!

[@sandiland0000]

Wow I’m soooo impressed with your love, knowledge and care of these beautiful gorillas. Love this happy ending. with love and not giving up they are a successful family unit. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@sarapiburn2523]

Gentaro is one of my favorites! Beautiful story!💜💜💜 thank you 💜

[@rosaledesma5931]

No paro de llorar al ver nacer a un ser tan especial como gentarito.

[@elsa7281]

The people who took care of Gentaro did a great job. Today, Gentaro is a happy mischievous gorilla as he should be. Love him. ♥️ And, he grew up so very handsome. His face is so nice.

[@lynngold1865]

I loved this! I didn't want it to end.it will go in my library.You really told how the zoo& Genki worked together to save our beautiful Gentaro.beautifully done.💙🦍💙😘👯

[@GiselSimon]

Thank you, isn't it fortunate that they got all these videos and documented in detail what happened?! 🥳

[@sonyawilson1000]

(12:46) One of 25 gorilla vocalizations. Love to hear youngster gorillas giggle/laugh when playing. Gentaro has always been a happy gorilla, and class clown.🤣😍

[@GiselSimon]

Isn't it wonderful to hear them? It feels so special.

[@candacebrennan4645]

This brought tears to my eyes! So beautiful!

[@cas6227]

I am delighted you shared this... What a precious baby.... Love him

[@adamgrim911]

Now i understand why she did not like the zoo keepers to play with him she thought he was going to be taken back to them. Its only natural to not want your baby raised by someone else but man she is a wonderful mother one of the best i have seen

[@denisemorris1177]

Wow! What a great story and the beginning of Gentaro!❤❤

[@barbaragaither4651]

🎊🎈🍾👏🎉🍻🥳 ❤❤❤ The proud parents are handsome 😂Momotaro and 😂 beautiful Genki 😊 and The Handsome Genius Super Star ⭐️ ❤ Gentaro was born 😊 what a wonderful celebration 🍾 🎉🎊🍾🥳🍻👏🎈 the Troop is here😊 you just have to keep on ❤loving ❤them be blessed 😇 such a great beautiful 🤩 blessing 😂 joy to the world 🌎 And Kyoto City Zoo 😊

[@gorillabff1003]

Thank you so much for making this wonderful documentary about Gentaro. It’s so well done and I really enjoyed it! ♥️🦍

[@GiselSimon]

Thank you for your kind comment.

[@seasonsofphilly1993]

Oh my gosh...I'm so glad Gentaro's story showed up in my feed. He'll always be my sweet, brave boy. He definitely has his daddy's nose.

[@GiselSimon]

I totally agree!

[@shelliepoitras2473]

Seeing momo do extra gentle n loving ,his first babby..🤧🧡🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰just when u couldn't love the family more...

[@GiselSimon]

Wasn't that so special to see?

[@PSandmore16]

It's heartbreaking to see her so desperately wanna hold her baby.

[@susan_707]

Just think, he is as old as his father was back then. Ge is turning into one heck of a fine adult male.

[@Slimc74]

This explains why Gentaro is such a good unique young man. He loves people and his family, especially his younger brother. And why he has fits when Dad takes his spotlight

[@karencawthorn3173]

What an absolute JOY to help these so very precious babies survive.

[@rosaliecarter-kretz8228]

What an amazing video. I just love this Gorilla family. The joy on the carers face when he took Gentaro out was simply adorable. Thank you so much for making and sharing this video. Xx

[@jimterryh1983]

This video sheads a lot of light on Gentaro's early life. Thank you for sharing it. I loved it.

[@worldpeace3958]

So sweet bro Gentaro.❤❤❤ Papa n son did have fun n happy moments together🥰👍 Thanks to the zoo for caring him!❤

[@yvonnejones9940]

I loved this video! Gentaro has overcome many hurdles and seems none the worse for wear. If you only see the vids of him in the last year you don't see his great personality and heart. Same with Momotaro. This video helped round out the family Momotaro. Now that he is a rowdy teen, Gentaro is still sweet, loves his parents (I saw a recent vid of him playing with his dad), adores his baby brother Kintaro, is very smart, a well rounded gorilla kid. I wonder if he still dances. We need to see more Gentaro especially since he is starting on his young silverback training. AND KUDOS to the keepers at KyotoCity Zoo. The care, love, and time they put into Gentaro, and later Kintaro, to keep them alive and healthy as newborns to now is awesome. The gorillas and staff are blessings for each other. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@micanecorso9677]

beautiful video. Many times we are hard with gentaro, but he is a child that does not grow, I think he wants to be an eternal baby of genki and momo. sweet gentaro 😍

[@GiselSimon]

Now that you mention it, yes, Gentaro will be 10 this year which makes him "officially" a Blackback and not a kid anymore, but he still looks and acts very much like a little boy. Maybe he will get to stay with the family much longer. 😃

[@lindapelle8738]

@@GiselSimon I hope so 💙💛💙💛💙💛

[@aquarianlight1880]

Just like human are so different and mature differently perhaps Gentaro has a few more years with family. It would benefit Kintaro to still have his brother and Momotaro would definately teach Gentaro how to be Silverback, since he himsrlf did not have that. Momo father died when he was baby.

[@PrimateProductions]

@@aquarianlight1880 no his father died immediately after he was conceived, before he was even born!

[@floridagirl330]

What a wonderful experience for a caretaker to have!🦍❤️

[@GiselSimon]

Wouldn't it be wonderful. I was absolutely needed of course. I got to hand feed a gorilla once and it was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I will never forget it.

[@madelroosanroo8410]

Que historia de vida de Gentaro .una hermosura este chico . No imaginé así el inicio de su vida . Cerca y a la vez tan lejos de su madre ¡!

[@andreaolvera3045]

Que familia tan bonita y que bien se adapto el papá a su bebé

[@fiorellageno3797]

It’s nice to see the mother and son re-bonding. But Gentaro’s world with his mom just got smaller. Before he was out and about with the human caregivers, now the circumference he lives in is a small cage enclosure he has to share with his parents. Wish his home was the entire zoo, I see that the caregivers love them, but if we can not safely place them back in the wild, then at least give them a better environment, that goes for all captive animals.

[@GiselSimon]

I agree, but on some videos taken from a different angle, their enclosure it a lot bigger than it appears on most videos. Inside has many rooms too. Not as nice as Higashiyama but that one cost 6 billion yen.

[@windaamelia672]

So sad story when Genki live alone,how are you feeling when Genki live alone in the jungle,are you still try say free them in jungle,stop think like a fool,all need proccess,do you think zoo people just think about money? Just tell me if you have good reason for me,thanks

[@PrimateProductions]

A "small cage"?? They do not live in a small cage!! Just because you can only see small parts of it in a video does not mean that is all there is to it!! Trust me, there are many different areas to it and it is nowhere close to just a "small cage"!

[@joycecodrington4829]

@@GiselSimon I agree , only one thing 👍 all gorilla habitat s in captivity should be like that ( Higashiyama ). More natural environment and simulation of the wild . That's what I think.🤓 But it don't always happen that way . Unfortunately!!!!

[@joycecodrington4829]

@@GiselSimon REALLY 6 billion yen??? The Kyoto zoo don't have to take that much yen . Just some adjustments and simulation . Even a little pond where they can soak their feet and wash their faces . Maybe even more trees 👍 where they wouldn't pull down . I think with the help of surporters it can be done . Every home needs an upgrade . Don't you think 🤔 ?? They deserve it 🤗😍❤️🍷

[@choppervalenti6359]

what a great accessory a baby Great Ape makes. Just like a backpack. Can't shake it off either. Very sturdy. Can the public purchase such an item? The diaper on Gentaro is such a cute reminder of how little he used to be.

[@catherinejoseph3241]

Thank you. Genki knows that Gentaro is her son. Love this group.

[@GiselSimon]

Thank You!

[@dforeman352]

Thank you for letting me know history about Gentaro birth and how he was raised I really Love the videos of this family.💖

[@TheNiquenique]

What a happy ending to a rough beginning. It broke my heart watching Genki seeing her baby through the bars and not been able to touch him. Now that we know what a great protective mom she is, it must have hurt so much! 😢

[@GiselSimon]

It also explains why she was so protective of Kintaro. She didn't want them to take him too.

[@aquarianlight1880]

This is such a beautiful video of Gentaro' s Life story💖

[@suni9625]

I'm in tears somehow. Thank you for sharing such a lovely story💜

[@naconte4103]

exciting, the story of Gentaro, my favorite little monkey from the Momotaro family that I love so much! thanks for showing the story of Gentaro, in this video I found answers to my curiosities!

[@GiselSimon]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jennycraigadventures3314]

As apes, gorillas are more closely related to humans than monkeys.

[@phylishess4011]

I think they are all wonderful in their own way, but I have to tell you that Gentaro is my favorite too. He is so good with Kintaro and has such a sweet air about him. I love Kintaro, of course, because he is a baby and everyone loves babies, but Gentaro is such a sweet soul. He stole my heart. ❤️

[@souriouxflorenceaflg9737]

Gentaro est adorable,il a bien de la chance de vivre dans votre zoo ce qui n est pas le cas pour d'autres gorilles....merci aux keepers de l'amour que vous donnez à cette magnifique famille.C'est un bonheur de voir vos vidéos merci encore.

[@GiselSimon]

Merci beaucoup

[@sallymitchell7644]

That was a wonderful presentation. Love those babies!

[@GiselSimon]

Thank you very much.

[@sidj6745]

What a wonderful job you guys did...what a beautiful family...just warms ur soul to see this story...thank you

[@elainecastelluccio1056]

I follow the family daily. Gentaro is such a sweet boy

[@GiselSimon]

He sure is a cutey.

[@silver152]

Such a wonderful story and the zoo keepers did a fantastic job I which them every day they always look very happy and content 😘👌🇬🇧

[@terryford8280]

💞💖💞THAT WAS ABSOLUTELY AWESOME..WOW!!! I'M TRULY IN AWE!! WHAT A GREAT, SENSITIVE, INFORMATIVE VIDEO OF MY BELOVED MOMO TROOP!! GREAT JOB PUTTING THIS TOGETHER!!! THANK YOU!!😘👍😘👍💞

[@GiselSimon]

Thank you for your comments

[@birgitlaks9754]

Thank you so much for this! Gentaro is very close to my heart. I am envious of the zoo representative who had the pleasure and honor to get to know and cuddle with Gentaro!!!

[@GiselSimon]

And it looks like it was mostly one gentleman that had the pleasure. How lucky.