Meet Shabani, the world's most dashing gorilla!

Say hello to Shabani, a charming male western lowland gorilla with an extraordinary life story. Born in the Netherlands and raised in Australia, he eventually found his home as the ultimate heartthrob at the Higashiyama Zoo in Nagoya, Japan.

Shabani first stepped into the spotlight in 2007, instantly earning the titles of handsome, sexy, photogenic, and even metrosexual. His irresistible charm worked like magic, causing a significant surge in female visitors to the Higashiyama Zoo. Adoring fans couldn't resist flocking to his exhibit, and their enthusiastic shouts of "Look at me, Shabani!" or "This Way, Shaban" created a lively atmosphere around his enclosure.

The extreme admiration reached such heights that the zoo had to intervene, putting up signs to kindly remind visitors to keep their excitement in check. Shabani's allure was undeniable, and the frenzy was so outreached that it became a memorable chapter in the zoo's history.

However, despite so many admirers, Shabani is a committed family man with not one, but two wives. Sorry, ladies – this gorilla heartthrob is happily taken!

In 2015, the Higashiyama Zoo decided to immortalise Shabani's charm in an official photo album. The response was nothing short of phenomenal, with sales on Amazon soaring past 15,000 copies within just one month. The album claimed the coveted spot of #1 bestseller in three categories, solidifying Shabani's status as not just a gorilla but a bona fide sensation.

Shabani's irresistible appeal extended beyond the printed page. In Japan, he became a symbol of love, gracing sweets on Valentine's Day. And for those who longed to cuddle up with the handsome gorilla, a Shabani arm pillow became available online, allowing fans to bring a touch of Shabani's charm into their homes.

Born 18 years ago, Shabani, in human terms, would be in his mid- to late-thirties – the age when most men, be they human or ape, are at the pinnacle of their strength. As this dashing gorilla continues to capture hearts and make headlines, one thing remains certain – Shabani is not just a gorilla; he's a global sensation and a true icon of charm and charisma.