The eastern gorilla is more darkly coloured than the western gorilla, with the mountain gorilla being the darkest of all. The mountain gorilla also has the thickest hair.

Jan 1, 2026 · 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 …

The two gorilla species—the eastern and western gorilla—live in equatorial Africa, separated by about 560 miles of Congo Basin forest. Each has a lowland and upland subspecies.

May 1, 2025 · At the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, we work daily to protect and study these incredible animals in their natural habitat. Below are some fast facts that highlight just how extraordinary …

There are two species, the western gorilla, and the eastern gorilla, separated by the Congo River. They live in the jungles and tropical forests, where their preferred food proliferates: leaves, stems, fruits, …

Jan 11, 2026 · Explore 7 types of gorillas with identification, habitats, diets, and conservation facts for wildlife enthusiasts and beginners.

Everything you should know about the Gorilla. The Gorilla is the largest of the great apes, and is critically endangered due to poaching.