Mountain Gorillas Information -Primate Guide
Mountain Gorilla Information -Primate Guide
Unlike in the Democratic Republic of Congo where there is a political turmoil in the area where the mountain gorillas inhabit, Uganda and Rwanda with the help of the Uganda Wildlife Authority and the Office of Rwanda Tourism and National Parks respectively have taken great strides in reversing the dangers imposed to mountain gorillas. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Rebels have threatened to kill international conservationist who dare cross the area and this has negatively impacted on the conservation efforts that had achieved great results.
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Mountain Gorillas
The gorillas are the largest of the great apes and share 97% of their biology with human beings. Uganda is blessed with the mountain gorillas which are found in Bwindi and Mgahinga. Predominantly ground dwelling, mountain gorillas prefer open canopy forests that allow light to reach the forest floor; their diet consists of bamboo, roots, stems, leaves and vines.
Gorillas spend about 30% of their day feeding, 30% moving and foraging, and the remainder resting. They spend most of their time on the ground on all fours, but stand up to reach for food.
Gorillas generally live in family groups of varying sizes, usually including one or two silverback males. Adult males can weigh up to 200kg and be up to 6ft tall. Female gorillas actively choose their breeding partners as the male protection is essential to a successful reproductive cycle. Male partners are usually the older, stronger and more experienced silverbacks. Gorillas communicate in a variety of ways, including facial expressions gestures, and calls. Postures and gestures form an important element of intimidation.
Distribution:
Only present in moist tropical or subtropical forests in the Virunga Mountains along the borders of south west Uganda, North West Rwanda and eastern DRC.
Level of Protection:
The Mountain Gorillas are critically endangered. Unless you and me have more of an incentive to protect these beautiful creatures, the future of the gorillas will never be secure.
