SX9265 : Funzi the gorilla, Babbacombe
taken 11 years ago, near to Babbacombe, Torbay, England
The Great Gorillas Project celebrates the 90th birthday of Paignton Zoo. "Life-size model gorillas have been sponsored by businesses and community groups, painted in original designs by specially-commissioned artists and displayed in public, creating a unique art trail around Exeter and the English Riviera" Link .
The gorillas are on display from 3rd August until 13th October 2013. There are 30 life-size models Link , plus 20 smaller versions designed by local schools, and 4 "surprises". All are shown on the trail map Link .
Money raised will go to help Paignton Zoo to continue its conservation and education work, and also to the Cross River gorilla project. "Fewer than 300 Cross Rivera gorillas remain in the wild and it is the most endangered African ape" Link .