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Mammals Living Critically Endangered

Western Gorilla

Gorilla gorilla

A great ape of western equatorial Africa, including lowland and swamp forest populations.

Overview

Western gorillas live in cohesive groups and feed mainly on plant material, supplemented by fruit and small invertebrates. They play important ecological roles as large-bodied seed dispersers.

Physical characteristics

Length120–180 cm
Weight60.0–200.0 kg
Typical lifespan40 years
DietHerbivore

Habitat & distribution

Habitats

Tropical RainforestSwamp Forest

Range

AfricaCameroonCentral African RepublicRepublic of the CongoGabonEquatorial Guinea

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