Endangered Gorillas

Gorillas, the largest of the apes inhabiting our planet, have been a source of awe and inspiration to humans since centuries. Unfortunately though, they are on the verge of extinction today. Here's a bit about the plight of these endangered primates.

Gorillas, the largest of the apes inhabiting our planet, have been a source of awe and inspiration to humans since centuries. Unfortunately though, they are on the verge of extinction today. Here's a bit about the plight of these endangered primates.

FUN FACTS

• Gorillas are the closest relatives of humans, after chimpanzees, with almost 98 % of their DNA being similar to us humans. 
• They are non-aggressive and apprehensive species that do not attack humans, unless they are provoked. However, they are often perceived to be aggressive animals. 
• Just like humans, the fingerprints of every gorilla is unique, and no two match each other. 
• Nose-print of every Gorilla is also unique. 
• Gorillas can walk erect much like humans but prefer not to do so. On the contrary, they walk on their knuckles, by putting all their weight on them 
• It is believed that the HIV/AIDS infection can be transmitted through the body of the western lowland Gorilla, alongside the other transmission causes. 
• On an average, a Gorilla can survive in the wild for about 35 years. But it can live for more than 50 years, if well cared for, in captivity. 
• Contraceptives have the same effect on gorillas as they have on humans. 
• Gorillas do not sleep at the same place for more than one night. 
• Gorillas have the ability to hold things in their hands as well as their feet.