Mountain Gorillas

Kongomani and Baseka, two blackbacks from the Rugendo Family, Congo, are almost back to their normal states since the killings of five family members on 22 July, 2007.

The blackback Kongomani with the 2 1/2 year old Noel playing in Bukima, Virunga National Park, Congo. Filmed in April 2007. For more info go to www.gorilla.cd

3 Gorillas eating in the trees near Camp Karema, Mikeno Sector, Virunga National Park, Congo. From the Humba family of 9 individuals. Filmed by WildlifeDirect in April 2007. For more info go to www.wildlifedirect.org/gorillaprotection.

a silverback munches leaves while two young gorillas play in the background

There are only 700 mountain gorillas left in the world. This incredibly rare species can be found in a remote part of Virunga National Park, located in the Congo. In this compelling video, park ranger Augustine tells visitors about the gorillas and how to make the most out of their visit. Small groups can see the gorillas for approximately 1 hour. These majestic animals seem tame in their natural habitat. Augustine advises all on the “pitfalls” of interacting with gorillas, and of course how …

Short video of the Susa group – the largest group of this endangered species, featuring four silverbacks. They live in the mountains of the Volcanoes National Park, on the border of Congo and Uganda.