🦍Gorillas are large primates native to Africa and are divided into two species, Gorillas are the largest primates, with males weighing up to 200 kg and standing up to 1.8 meters 6 feet tall. They are primarily herbivorous, feeding on leaves, stems, fruits, and occasionally insects.
🦍Gorillas live in groups called troops, led by a dominant male known as a silverback. Gorillas use a range of vocalizations, gestures, and facial expressions to communicate. They have been observed using tools in the wild, such as sticks to test water depth.
🦍Goriallas inhabit tropical and subtropical forests, with preferences varying by species and subspecies, gorillas live about 35–40 years; in captivity, they can live longer. Both species are critically endangered.
🦍Gorillas share about 98% of their DNA with humans, making them one of our closest relatives. Gorillas primarily move using their knuckles but can also walk short distances on two legs.
Here are Goriallas species in the world -🦍🦍🦍
- Western Gorilla 🦍🦍
Western Lowland Gorilla found in countries like Cameroon, Gabon, Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, and Equatorial Guinea. Cross River Gorilla tound in a small region between Nigeria and Cameroon.
Goriallas consume Fruits make up a large portion of their diet, along with leaves, seeds, stems, and flowers. Western gorillas consume more fruit than other species due to the abundance in their habitat. They may eat termites and ants occasionally for protein. Their diet can change seasonally based on fruit availability.
2. Eastern Gorilla🦍🦍
Mountain Gorilla found in the Virunga Mountains Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo and Bwindi Forest in Uganda. Eastern Lowland Gorilla found in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Goriallas are Primarily herbivorous, feeding on leaves, stems, bark, and shoots. They consume very little fruit because it is scarce in their high-altitude forest habitats. They occasionally eat small invertebrates like ants or snails.