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In a landmark moment for gorilla conservation, four female eastern lowland gorillas—also known as Grauer’s gorillas—have been translocated to the heart of Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of…

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5 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Gorilla Trek

31st October 2024
Jules

As we venture deeper into the forests that mountain and lowland gorillas call home, we must remember that we are guests in these fragile ecosystems. The rise in eco-tourism has…

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The Tragic Loss of Makumba

19th June 2024
Sara

Makumba, a well-known habituated silverback gorilla in the Dzanga Sangha Protected Area of the Central African Republic, sadly passed away on May 15, 2024. His death was a result of…

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From Heartbreak to Happiness

23rd February 2023
Sara

The Dzanga Sangha Protected Area (DSPA) in the Congo Basin is home to over 2000 western lowland gorillas – two thirds of the world population. This is the only place…

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