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Planet Zoo 2 Western Lowland Gorilla
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Western Lowland Gorilla in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Western Lowland Gorilla requirements
| Continent | Africa |
|---|---|
| Biome | Tropical, Wetlands |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 1160 m², Climbable 40 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 80 m², Climbable 20 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 15 m² |
| Temperature | 18 to 33 °C |
| Group size | 3–6 |
| Barrier | Grade 3, at least 3 m high, climb-proof |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Critically endangered |
At 1160 m² of land, the Western Lowland Gorilla needs more land than 95% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Western Lowland Gorilla space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (6 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 1160 m² | 80 m² | 1560 m² |
| Climbable | 40 m² | 20 m² | 140 m² |
Shelter: 15 m² per animal.
Western Lowland Gorilla barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 3 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 3 m |
| Climb-proof | Yes, the barrier must stop climbing |
| Water barrier | Allowed: a water barrier at least 6 m wide and 2 m deep can replace a solid wall. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Western Lowland Gorilla species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (standing height) | male 1.67 m, female 1.5 m |
Setup checklist for a Western Lowland Gorilla habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Western Lowland Gorilla as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 1160 m², Climbable 40 m², plus Land 80 m², Climbable 20 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 3 barrier at least 3 m high, climb-proof, or a water barrier 6 m wide and 2 m deep.
- Keep the temperature within 18 to 33 °C and theme the area as Tropical, Wetlands.
- Plan a group of 3 to 6 animals.
Animals that can live with the Western Lowland Gorilla
Next to each species: the temperature range both animals accept, from their Zoopedia ranges (Western Lowland Gorilla: 18 to 33 °C).
Thriving with (0)
The Zoopedia lists no species in this group.
Neutral with (1)
- Western Chimpanzee (shared 18–33 °C)
A pair counts as thriving if either animal's Zoopedia page lists it as thriving. A shared habitat still has to suit every species in it.
Compare with
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Animals from the same biome or continent: Wild Boar, Asian Elephant, Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Gharial.
FAQ
How much space does a Western Lowland Gorilla need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 1160 m², Climbable 40 m² for the Western Lowland Gorilla, plus Land 80 m², Climbable 20 m² for each additional animal, and 15 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Western Lowland Gorilla need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Western Lowland Gorilla needs a temperature of 18 to 33 °C and a group size of 3–6, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Western Lowland Gorilla in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists 1 compatible species for the Western Lowland Gorilla. Neutral: Western Chimpanzee.