Congo
Building a Garden Out of Gorilla Poop
Not far from the village of Nkuba, in a remote area of the Democratic Republic of the Congo where the critically endangered Grauer’s gorillas roam,
November 15, 2020
Category: Silverback
Conservation
Violent Encounters Between Gorillas Slow Population Growth Rate
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
November 5, 2020
5 Things Friday
Father’s Day
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
June 18, 2020
5 Things Friday
Mother’s Day
Fact 1: Gorillas are super-moms! Like other primates, gorilla mothers have very strong bonds with their infants and provide complete care for them during their
May 8, 2020
Gorilla Behavior
Gorilla Moms and Dads: Being Together
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
May 7, 2020
5 Things Friday
Your Questions Answered
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
April 17, 2020
Gorilla Behavior
Nzeli Returns
Despite the crisis raging across the globe, gorilla life continues, as does the daily work of our field staff… In her 34 years, Nzeli has
April 14, 2020
5 Things Friday
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
5 Things Friday
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
Gorilla Behavior
Female Gorillas Affect Group Success
Although gorilla groups are led by a dominant silverback (adult male), who determines the group’s daily travels and certain other activities, adult females play crucial
March 17, 2020
