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Biodiversity

Earth Day in the DRC

Protecting the biodiversity of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a global responsibility.   You probably know the Fossey Fund best for our work

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April 20, 2020
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

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April 10, 2020
Anti-Poaching

From Poacher to Healer

We first encountered Masumbuko Libeyo Acheteur in the heart of the Nkuba Conservation Area (NCA) in the Democratic Republic of Congo.  Established in 2012 through

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February 5, 2020
5 Things Friday

Great Apes

This week we’re covering the 5 different types of great apes! Great Ape 1: Gorilla (Gorilla sp.) Gorillas are closely related to humans, sharing around

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January 24, 2020
5 Things Friday

Community Projects & Programs

This week we’re covering just a few of the Fossey Fund’s projects and programs that are focused on helping local communities. 1: Cows to Historically

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January 17, 2020
5 Things Friday

25 Facts

To celebrate our 25th episode of ‘5 Things Friday’ we are bringing you 25 facts!  1. Karisoke Research Center has been around for over 50

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December 27, 2019