A study by the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund shows that gorilla families come together to support young gorillas that lose their mothers. The findings, published
2020 was a rough year for people across the globe. Here at the Fossey Fund, we changed our work protocols in an effort to keep
November 4, 2020 (ATLANTA) – As wildlife populations decline around the globe, understanding the natural and human-induced factors that influence their growth is critical for
The Names Are In! This year’s virtual Kwita Izina, which was organized by the Rwanda Development Board, was a huge success! Of the 24 baby
We are excited to learn that the Rwanda Development Board plans to hold its annual ceremony to name the new infant gorillas born this year
Fact 1: Silverbacks are more than just protectors! Silverbacks may have historically been thought of as just the protector, but they fill many roles within
Distance: Due to the abundance of food sources in undisturbed habitat, and gorillas’ willingness to eat many different types of plants, some gorillas don’t have
As we have all hunkered down together during these times, it is comforting to think about how gorillas live together all the time, spending their
1. Tara Stoinski, Ph.D. Dr. Tara Stoinski serves as President and CEO and Chief Scientific Officer for the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. As the Fossey
Question 1 Tara Stoinski PhD, our President & CEO/Chief Scientific Office is answering a question from Shelby, “My career goal is to be part of
