After being rescued, an orphaned baby gorilla snuggles up to its caretaker

A wild animal generally takes a long time to trust a human, but when this young gorilla discovered the people who rescued him were nothing but kind and compassionate, he bonded with them in the cutest way possible. The moment was captured and it’s nothing short of wonderful!

Bobga has gone through a lot in his short life, despite his youth. He was only a few weeks old when his family was killed by poachers, and his odds of survival were slim. The terrified and befuddled gorilla was placed in a small cage, most likely to be sold as a pet on the illicit market. He was saved just in time and sent to the Limbe Wildlife Centre in Cameroon, which is a wildlife sanctuary.

Bobga had never trusted humans before, and it’s simple to see why, but it was in a human being that he found all the comfort he needed. When the orphan gorilla met Alvin Muma, a Limbe center volunteer, he understood that people, too, can be kind.

Nothing could ever replace the love of a family, but the caretaker did his best to make Bobga feel at ease, and the wonderful creature appreciated it. So it wasn’t long before Alvin and Bobga became inseparable. The poor young gorilla has finally found a secure haven.

“It’s critical for an orphan gorilla like Bobga to feel comfortable and secure with his carer, and these photos reveal tender moments of relaxation between Bobga and one of his committed caretakers, Alvin,” said Laura Craddock, the center’s fundraising coordinator. “Foraging, playing, developing social skills, boosting curiosity, climbing, and grooming are all important aspects of his recovery,” says the doctor.

In a series of wonderful images, the woman even captured the bond these two enjoy on camera. Bobga can be seen sleeping in his friend’s arms or cuddling close to him. It’s moments like these that make you realize how dedicated these people are to helping animals in need.

“We give these helpless animals a second chance,” Craddock added. “Providing alternative employment to ex-hunting populations and educating the local community about environmental conservation.” Bobga and one of his loyal caregivers are sharing a tender moment of rest.”