‘Learning to be human beings’: gorillas pose on two legs in selfie from African park
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
Gorillas are naturally imitative creatures, but they’re not always caught doing it like they were here. Continue reading
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‘Remarkable, peaceful creatures’: The truth about gorillas
The size and strength of gorillas can be quite intimidating to humans. But these highly intelligent creatures are actually quite gentle. Continue reading
Jane Goodall expresses empathy for director of Cincinnati Zoo
The Jane Goodall Institute has released an email sent by the primatologist and conservationist to the director of the Cincinnati Zoo over the weekend shooting of a gorilla in an effort to protect a small child who entered the primate’s habitat. Continue reading
Rwanda names to 24 baby gorillas to promote conservation, draw tourists
Rwanda named two-dozen baby mountain gorillas in an annual ceremony Saturday that highlights the African country’s efforts to protect the endangered animals. Continue reading
Google Doodle honours gorilla conservationist Dian Fossey
Dian Fossey, the woman who dedicated her life to studying and preserving the mountain gorilla, has been honoured Thursday with a Google Doodle. Continue reading