Mountain gorillas C014 / 0994
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Mountain gorillas C014 / 0994
Mountain gorilla. Baby mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) playing in a forest, with the male silverback behind. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda, Uganda and Zaire. The high elevation and rainfall makes this habitat wet and cold. The adults eat many kilograms of vegetation daily (roots, leaves and stems) and can reach over 2 metres in height. A slow reproductive rate has left mountain gorillas vulnerable to habitat destruction, poaching and war, making them highly endangered. Photographed in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
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© PETER J. RAYMOND/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Africa African Animal Behaviour Apes Baby Branch Central Africa Cloud Forest Damp Endangered Species Foliage Forest Furry Gorilla Gorilla Beringei Beringei Great Ape High Altitude Immature Juvenile Looking At Camera Mammal Mammals Mountain Gorilla Playing Primate Primates Primatological Primatology Rainforest Rwanda Rwandan Silverback Tropics Vegetation Virunga Mountains Volcanoes National Park Wild Young Alpha Male
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a heartwarming moment in the life of a mountain gorilla family. In the lush green forest of Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, a baby mountain gorilla is seen playfully exploring its surroundings. The young gorilla's furry coat glistens with moisture from the damp environment as it swings from branch to branch. Behind the playful youngster stands the majestic male silverback, exuding strength and protection. Mountain gorillas are an endangered species that inhabit cloud forests high on the slopes of Virunga volcanoes across Rwanda, Uganda, and Zaire. Their survival is threatened by habitat destruction, poaching, and conflict. This slow reproductive rate further adds to their vulnerability. Standing at over 2 meters tall when fully grown, these gentle giants consume kilograms of vegetation daily to sustain themselves. The image showcases their close bond with nature as they navigate through dense foliage in search of nourishment. Photographer Peter J. Raymond has beautifully captured this intimate moment between mother nature's creations - highlighting not only their physical features but also shedding light on their behavior and habitat preferences. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of our responsibility to protect these magnificent creatures and preserve their natural habitats for future generations to admire and cherish.
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