5 Things Friday
Grauer’s Gorillas
Fact 1: Grauer’s gorillas are endemic to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Unlike mountain gorillas, which are found in three countries (DR Congo, Rwanda and
April 10, 2020
Category: 5 Things Friday
5 Things Friday
Fun Things To Do During Self-Isolation
1. Visit our Learning and Fun page! We know that many of us are spending lots of quality family time together right now. Our website
April 3, 2020
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Pablo’s Group
Fact 1: Pablo’s group has always been a record breaker in many ways. It has existed for more than 25 years, and reached the record-breaking
March 27, 2020
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Women in Conservation
Fact 1: The Fossey Fund is and always has been woman-led. In our 50+ year history, we have always been a woman-led organization. From our
March 20, 2020
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Movies
Movie 1: For a movie about Dian Fossey and the gorillas she worked with, watch Gorillas in the Mist Gorillas in the Mist the movie
March 13, 2020
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Gorilla Poop
Fact 1: Poop helps us learn paternity Since there are groups with more than one silverback (potential fathers), we can’t always be sure who sires
March 6, 2020
5 Things Friday
Common Misconceptions
Fact 1: Gorillas are strong and muscular, but they aren’t as scary as you might think. Movies like “King Kong” may have scared you, but
February 28, 2020
5 Things Friday
Dian Fossey
Fact 1: Dian loved animals from an early age Dian’s love of animals began when she acquired her first pet, a goldfish, and continued throughout
February 21, 2020
5 Things Friday
Gorilla Affection
Today we are celebrating Valentine’s Day! 1: Gorillas create bonds through grooming Grooming is an excellent way for gorillas to clean themselves and others, but
February 14, 2020
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Your Questions Answered
See which questions made the list this month! Question 1: Do gorillas use tools? Unlike chimpanzees, gorillas in the wild are rarely seen using tools.
February 7, 2020
