Pregnant gorillas undergo ultrasounds and the results might look familiar
Pregnant western lowland gorillas at Woodland Park Zoo are being monitored using a handheld ultrasound device. The ultrasounds reveal similarities between gorilla and human fetal development. This innovative approach is crucial for the care of these critically endangered animals.
- ▪Jamani, one of the gorilla mothers, gave birth on May 18, while Olympia is expected to deliver soon.
- ▪The ultrasound device used is portable and connects to a smartphone, allowing for various types of scans.
- ▪The gorillas were trained to participate in the ultrasounds and could choose whether to take part.
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Environment Animals Wildlife Endangered Species Pregnant gorillas undergo ultrasounds and the results might look familiar A probe the size of an electric shaver helped monitor the pregnancies of two critically endangered gorillas By Margherita Bassi Published May 26, 2026 2:30 PM EDT Add Popular Science (opens in a new tab) More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Western lowland gorillas are critically endangered. Jeremy Dwyer-Lindgren / Woodland Park Zoo Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Email address Sign up Thank you! Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
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