Gorille de l'Ouest

Gorilla gorilla

Critically Endangered ↓

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

40 years

Length

1.7 m

Weight

160.0 kg

Population

100.0K

Trend

↓ Decreasing

About

The world's largest primate, western gorillas weigh up to 180 kg and inhabit the tropical and subtropical forests of equatorial Africa. Primarily herbivorous, living in family groups led by a silverback male who protects the troop and mediates social conflicts. Critically Endangered, with populations threatened by deforestation, poaching for bushmeat, and outbreaks of Ebola virus disease.

Fun Facts

✨ Gorillas can catch human colds.
✨ Each gorilla has a unique nose print.
✨ They build new nests every evening.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 4 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌲 Forest

Distributed across Cameroon, Congo (Republic), Equatorial Guinea, and Gabon. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea 🇬🇦 Gabon 🇨🇲 Cameroon 🇨🇬 Congo (Republic)

Diet & Behavior

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Herbivore

Gorille de l'Ouest is classified as herbivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🌿 Herbivore

Plant matter 100%

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Estimated Population

100.0K

Population Trend

↓ Decreasing

Full Taxonomy

Mammalia (mammifères)

Order

Primates (Primates)

Family

Hominidae (Great Apes)

Genus

Gorilla (Gorillas)

Species

Gorilla gorilla (Gorille de l'Ouest)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Gorila Occidental

French Gorille de l'Ouest

German Westlicher Gorilla

Similar Species in Gorilla

Gorille de l'Est

Gorilla beringei

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gorille de l'Ouest?

The scientific name of Gorille de l'Ouest is Gorilla gorilla. It belongs to the genus Gorilla.

What is the conservation status of Gorille de l'Ouest?

Gorille de l'Ouest (Gorilla gorilla) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is decreasing.

Where does Gorille de l'Ouest live?

Gorille de l'Ouest is found in Distributed across Cameroon, Congo (Republic), Equatorial Guinea, and Gabon. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Cameroon, Congo (Republic), Equatorial Guinea, Gabon.

What family does Gorille de l'Ouest belong to?

Gorille de l'Ouest (Gorilla gorilla) belongs to the genus Gorilla, which is part of the taxonomic family Hominidae.

What does Gorille de l'Ouest eat?

Gorille de l'Ouest is herbivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Gorille de l'Ouest live?

Gorille de l'Ouest has an average lifespan of approximately 40 years in the wild.

How many Gorille de l'Ouest are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Gorille de l'Ouest (Gorilla gorilla) is approximately 100,000 individuals.

Is Gorille de l'Ouest endangered?

Yes, Gorille de l'Ouest (Gorilla gorilla) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.