You’re probably familiar with the sight of a gorilla standing on its back legs and pounding out an alternating drum-like sound on their chest. Have you ever wondered about this behavior? Why do gorillas beat their chest? Do only the males do it, or do females beat their chest as well? What about baby gorillas? … Read more
Gorillas and lions are some of the most iconic animals found in Africa. Have you ever wondered what would happen if they were to meet in the wild? In a fight between a gorilla vs. a lion, who would win? Keep reading as we compare the strengths and weaknesses of these two powerful creatures. Gorilla … Read more
If you’ve ever seen a gorilla pounding on its chest, you were probably impressed by its apparent strength. But how strong is a gorilla, exactly? How does their strength compare to that of the average human? And what is it that gives gorillas their impressive strength? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer all of … Read more
Gorillas are large, muscular apes with sharp teeth. To look at them, you might think that they are ferocious meat eaters, but this is not the case. So, what do gorillas eat and drink? Is their diet different in captivity than it is in the wild? Keep reading as we answer these questions and more! … Read more
Gorillas are large, powerful apes that share much of our DNA. But did you know that they face many threats in the wild? Some of them are even considered critically endangered and face the possibility of extinction. With this in mind, you may be wondering: how many gorillas are left in the world? Why are … Read more
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