Little Joe, the western lowland gorilla who famously escaped Franklin Park Zoo in 2003, faces a carefully managed transfer to Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium this spring for a breeding recommendation. Traders see negligible risk of another breakout before the July 31 resolution, citing decades of upgraded enclosures, electric fencing, and AZA-accredited protocols that prevent repeats of his youthful escapades. At 33, the silverback is far less inclined toward the adventurous behavior that once led him through Boston streets. The short window and professional oversight reinforce the overwhelming “No” consensus at 94.5%. An unexpected incident during transport remains the only plausible wildcard that could shift sentiment.