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Species

Meet the two species and four recognized subspecies.

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Habitats

Forests, geographic ranges, ecology, and the landscapes gorillas depend on.

03

Diet and ecology

How foods and feeding strategies differ among habitats and species.

04

Behavior

Family groups, relationships, leadership, dispersal, and daily life.

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Communication

Vocalizations, gestures, facial expressions, touch, and displays.

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Life cycle

Birth, infancy, development, adulthood, reproduction, and longevity.

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Conservation

Population trends, threats, recovery, and evidence-based conservation.

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