Gorilla: The Gentle Giants of the Forest
Gorillas, the largest primates on Earth, are intelligent and deeply social animals that captivate zoo visitors with their human-like behavior. In captivity, gorillas live in family groups and require expansive enclosures with trees, climbing structures, and soft ground to roam and rest.
Zookeepers provide enrichment activities, such as puzzles and hidden treats, to stimulate their minds and encourage natural behaviors. Visitors are often amazed by their interactions, whether it's the dominant silverback leading the group or young gorillas playing and exploring. Gorillas in zoos play a vital role in educating the public about the threats they face in the wild, including habitat destruction due to logging and mining. Zoos also support conservation programs and field research to protect gorillas in their native African forests.