Maternal Instincts and Aftermath
Binti Jua’s calm behavior was widely attributed to her maternal instincts. Carrying both her baby and the injured boy, she displayed remarkable gentleness, setting her apart from the other gorillas. The child suffered a broken hand and cuts on his face but survived. He was hospitalized for four days before making a recovery. The family chose to remain anonymous, but the boy’s survival and rescue were hailed as nothing short of miraculous.