Richard Johnstone-Scott

Who is Richard Johnstone-Scott?

Richard Johnstone-Scott was the keeper of the famous gorilla Jambo, at the Jersey Zoo founded by Gerald Durrell. Jambo rose to news stardom in 1986, and helped change the public image of gorillas by standing guard over an unconscious boy who fell into the gorilla pen, until paramedic help could be obtained. Johnstone-Scott went on to become Head of Mammals at the Jersey Zoo.

Johnstone-Scott is a talented illustrator and author. He wrote a self-illustrated biography of Jambo in 1995, after Jambo died unexpectedly in 1992:

Jambo: A Gorilla's Story, Michael O'Mara Books ISBN 1-85479-701-8

He also helped in the making of the documentary on Jambo's life:

Jambo - The Gentle Giant, Green Umbrella, 2005