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Mountain gorilla
photo: WWF-Canon /
Martin HARVEY |
There are four subspecies of gorilla - two categorized as eastern gorillas and two as western gorillas - all of which are found only in Africa and all threatened with extinction in the wild. Gorillas face threats from hunting for the pet and bushmeat trades, and habitat loss caused by logging, mining and human encroachment. These majestic great apes vary in population and distribution across their range states, yet share a common need: Each of the four subspecies requires active conservation measures and commitment to ensure their future survival in the wild.
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