We modeled how early human ancestors ran—and found they were surprisingly slow
Imagine the scene, around 3 million years ago in what is now east Africa. By the side of a river, an injured antelope keels ...
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Getting up close and personal with gorillas in Uganda
It is estimated that there are fewer than 1,150 gorillas found in the wild today. They predominantly live in two countries in Africa – 603 in Rwanda and 500 in Uganda, according to the latest ...
Africa's cleanest country where tourists have suitcases searched for plastic bags
The landlocked country is just 26,338 square kilometres in size and home to 12.2 million people, making it one of the most ...
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Gorilla vs. Jaguar: Which Apex Predator Holds the Advantage?
In a battle of muscle versus stealth, who comes out on top—the mighty gorilla or the elusive jaguar? One is a powerhouse of ...
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‘Some people will die’: Conversations with Nigeria’s gorilla hunters
On a night in 1997, Benjamin Dauda killed a gorilla for the first time. Shrouding his lanky frame in dark fog, he stalked a ...
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The rare opportunity to see endangered gorillas in the wild in Uganda
UGANDA, — The critically endangered mountain gorilla is getting help in Uganda from the African Wildlife Foundation as they lead guided gorilla treks through the forest. A portion of the cost ...
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Fact File: Gorillas
Where do mountain gorillas and lowland gorillas live? They live in central Africa, where there are lots of rainforests. This is why they like to eat all sorts of plants! Their climbing skills are ...
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Detroit Zoo collecting old cell phones to help save gorillas; here's how to donate
According to the zoo, reusable devices will be refurbished and resold, which generates funds for SAFE Gorilla's conservation programs in Africa. Last year, the Detroit Zoo earned the Silverback ...