World Gorilla Day 2025. On world gorilla day 2024, a new report outlines how 30 years of sustained effort and partnership contributed to the recovery of the only great ape in the world not in steep decline. World gorilla day is dedicated to celebrating one of our closest primate relatives while raising awareness about the threats they face.

World gorilla day marks the day that renowned gorilla conservationist dian fossey established the karisoke research center in rwanda in 1967, and encourages people to contribute to the. Here’s everything you need to know.