Baby Gorilla Survives Harrowing Journey in Cargo Hold of Turkish Plane

A baby gorilla was rescued from the cargo hold of a Turkish plane after a harrowing journey.

The cargo hold was a cramped and unsuitable space for the young primate.

The plane had taken off from Istanbul and was headed to London when the gorilla was discovered.

The baby gorilla was only 6 months old and weighed around 10 kg.

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The baby gorilla, named Zeytin or Olive, was discovered in a box at Istanbul Airport during a customs check while being flown illegally from Nigeria to Thailand.

He was found in a small wooden crate, wearing a white T-shirt, and was transferred into the care of Turkey's Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.

The five-month-old gorilla was very shy when he first arrived at Polonezkoy Zoo, staying in one spot where he was left.

However, he has since gained weight and is showing signs of recovering from his traumatic journey.

Veterinarian Gulfem Esmen noted that Zeytin no longer displays shyness, and instead plays games by himself.

Wildlife officers are considering returning him to his natural habitat, with Fahrettin Ulu, regional director of Istanbul Nature Conservation and National Parks, stating that they want the baby gorilla to continue his life in his homeland.

The zoo is providing a safe environment for Zeytin's recovery, with rehabilitation experts working to help him regain strength and health.

The gorilla remains under close observation to ensure his recovery, with officials aiming to provide a safe environment for his well-being.

The baby gorilla, Zeytin, is recovering well at the Polonezkoy Zoo in Istanbul. He was found in a box on a Turkish Airlines flight from Nigeria to Thailand.

Zeytin has gained weight and is showing signs of recovering from his traumatic journey. He was very shy when he first arrived, but now he's playing games by himself.

Wildlife officers are considering returning Zeytin to his natural habitat, but only if a safe environment is established. Fahrettin Ulu, regional director of Istanbul Nature Conservation and National Parks, wants the baby gorilla to continue its life in its homeland.

Rehabilitation experts are working diligently to help Zeytin regain strength and health. They're providing a safe environment for the animal's well-being.

The gorilla was found wearing a white T-shirt and was transferred into the care of the country's Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. He's under close observation to ensure his recovery.