Gorillas are large, primarily herbivorous, [1] great apes that live in the tropical forests of equatorial Africa. The genus Gorilla is divided into two species: the eastern gorilla and the western …

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. …

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.

Gorillas are the largest primates on the planet, residing in the forests of central Sub-Saharan Africa. This article compares four distinct types of gorillas, highlighting the species’ diversity, …

Through the first genetic studies on populations of mountain gorillas, it was discovered that regionally, these gorillas are genetically distinct. Genetic differences were also found within …

There are two species of gorilla, both of which live in equatorial Africa (located on or near the Equator), separated by about 560 miles of Congo Basin forest. Each species of gorilla has a …

Nov 11, 2025 · Gorillas are the largest primates on Earth. They show many human-like behaviors and share a large amount of DNA with humans. There are two main species of gorillas in the …

Gorillasare herbivorous, predominantly ground-dwelling great apes that inhabit the tropical forests of equatorial Africa. The genus Gorillais divided into two species: the eastern gorilla and the …

Two species of gorilla are currently recognized: a western species (Gorilla gorilla) and an eastern species (Gorilla beringei) (Groves, 2001; Grubb et al., 2003).

Jul 21, 2025 · Gorillas, the gentle giants of the African forests, are not only our close genetic relatives but also key indicators of healthy ecosystems. This in-depth guide explores all known …