The Largest Gorilla

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Species

Eastern Gorilla  (Gorilla beringei)

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Gender

Male

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Size

1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) silverback in Ambam, Cameroon, which weighed 267 kg (589 lb)

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Size

The largest gorilla in Cameroon could be around 100 to 150 pounds heavier and a few inches taller than a normal-sized male Eastern Gorilla

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Habitat

Ambam, Cameroon. Most gorilla's are from native to the rainforests of Central and East Africa

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Apes Primates

Primates, including apes, have evolved over 50 million years, branching into various species. They provide insights into evolution and primate behavior.

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Ancestry

Gorillas belong to the family Hominidae and have evolved over millions of years, adapting to changing environments.

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How Do Gorillas Communicate?

Various means, including body language, vocalizations, and scent marking

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How Do Gorillas Communicate?

Remarkable sense of smell that helps them locate food and detect the presence of predators

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Threats To The Gorilla Population?

Habitat destruction due to deforestation, mining, and urbanization. They are also vulnerable to poaching and the impacts of war conflicts

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