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The genus Gorilla is divided into two species: the eastern gorilla and the western gorilla, and either four or five subspecies. The DNA of gorillas is highly similar to that of humans, from 95 to 99% depending on what is included, and they are the next closest living relatives to humans after chimpanzees and bonobos .
Jun 25, 2024 · Gorilla, genus of primates containing the largest of the apes. The gorilla is one of the closest living relatives to humans. Only the chimpanzee and the bonobo are closer. Gorillas live only in tropical forests of equatorial Africa. Most authorities recognize two species and four subspecies.
Learn about gorillas, our closest cousins after chimpanzees and bonobos, and their threats and conservation efforts. Find out how WWF protects gorilla habitat, reduces hunting and disease, and supports symbolic adoption.
Gorillas are like to eat roots, shoots, fruit, bark, and wild celery! Learn more amazing facts about the gorilla in this video from National Geographic Kids....
Learn about the two species and four subspecies of gorillas, the largest living primate and one of humans closest living relatives. Find out about their social structure, life cycle, communication, diet, and threats.
Learn about the endangered subspecies of eastern gorilla that lives in the mountains of central Africa. Find out how they are adapted, social, and threatened by human activities.
Aug 21, 2019 · Learn about the endangered mountain gorilla, a subspecies of the eastern gorilla, and how WWF works to protect them and their habitat. Discover 10 facts about their behaviour, diet, family groups, calls, and more.
