The Beauty Of Brotherly Love: Three Silverback Gorilla Brothers Protect A Group Of 22 Female Gorillas
Silverback gorillas (silverback mountain gorillas) are known as the largest, most powerful living primates. An average silverback gorilla can weigh up to 180kg. Normally, male gorillas travel alone or in small groups with other males, so it is uncommon to see a gorilla family that includes multiple adult males. However, a group of gorillas in Rwanda is going against the odds and shows us that there is no love greater than the love shared within a family.
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"Ucumbi and Turakomeje are probably the most bonded silverback brothers that we monitor! Even as adults, they still like to play! After a good nap, we caught them wrestling!"
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Their playful antics have captured everyone's hearts. Although the gorillas are used to human presence, they stay at a distance.
Source: Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
Unfortunately, the mountain gorilla population is in incredible danger and is thought to be just over 1,000 individuals. They are threatened mainly by poachers and habitat loss. With a small unknown amount left in the wild, Grauer’s gorillas are also considered critically endangered.You can support the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund by adopting or donating on their website. Your support will help fight for these incredible creatures.
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