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🦍 Mafuko's twins have survived their first few critical weeks. But their fight for survival is far from over.Twin gorill...
15/06/2026

🦍 Mafuko's twins have survived their first few critical weeks. But their fight for survival is far from over.

Twin gorilla births are incredibly rare, and sadly many twin infants don't survive for long. The challenge for their mothers is immense.

Carrying and caring for two babies makes Mafuko slower and less mobile. If danger threatens and the troop has to move quickly, there is a real risk that she and her twins could be left behind.

For a vulnerable species like mountain gorillas, every infant matters. These tiny twins represent hope for the future, but they need protection now more than ever.

Will you help give Mafuko and her twins the best chance of a safe future?

💚 Donate today and support the protection of vulnerable gorilla families: https://gorillas.org/single-gift/

Every gift helps us work alongside local communities to protect gorillas and the forests they call home.

🦍 Imagine living through generations of fear and still finding a way to trust again.New research by Concordia University...
11/06/2026

🦍 Imagine living through generations of fear and still finding a way to trust again.

New research by Concordia University has shown that gorillas can learn to distinguish between people who pose a threat and those who don't. Even after years of poaching pressure, gorillas gradually became less fearful of researchers and conservation teams who visited them daily.

But trust doesn't happen overnight.

In this study, it took more than 7 years of near-daily contact before the gorillas became truly comfortable with human presence.

It's a powerful reminder that conservation is built on patience, consistency, and protecting wildlife from the threats they face. When communities, rangers, researchers and conservation organisations work together, gorillas are given the chance not just to survive, but to thrive.

Every step we take to reduce poaching and protect habitat helps create a safer future for gorillas and the people who live alongside them. 💚

09/06/2026

POV: You and your work bestie when your boss tells you it doesn't take both of you to do the job. 👀

Mountain gorillas would disagree.

Gorillas are incredibly social animals, living in close-knit family groups where everyone has a role to play. From grooming and playing to protecting and caring for young gorillas, teamwork is at the heart of gorilla life.

These strong social bonds help gorilla families thrive in the wild, proving that sometimes things really are better when you do them together. 🦍💚

Tag your work bestie below 👇

When we think about the threats facing gorillas, poaching and habitat loss often come to mind. But there's another dange...
07/06/2026

When we think about the threats facing gorillas, poaching and habitat loss often come to mind. But there's another danger that can spread silently through the forest: disease.

In Virunga National Park, rangers are now working on the front line of an Ebola outbreak, establishing medical checkpoints and monitoring communities to help prevent the virus from reaching endangered mountain gorillas. Because gorillas share around 98% of our DNA, diseases that affect people can also be devastating for gorilla populations.

It's a powerful reminder that protecting gorillas isn't just about protecting forests - it's also about supporting the health and wellbeing of the people who live alongside them.

Conservation is about people and wildlife working together. Today, we salute the dedicated rangers and conservation teams working tirelessly to keep both communities and gorillas safe. 💚🦍

🦍 How do you count gorillas in a dense rainforest?The answer might surprise you!Rather than trying to spot every gorilla...
04/06/2026

🦍 How do you count gorillas in a dense rainforest?

The answer might surprise you!

Rather than trying to spot every gorilla, conservation teams search for clues left behind in the forest. During a gorilla census, trained trackers walk carefully planned routes, recording nests, feeding sites, footprints, and even droppings.

Each evening, gorillas build fresh nests to sleep in, allowing researchers to estimate how many individuals are living in an area. DNA collected from faecal samples can even help identify individual gorillas and family groups, providing valuable information about the population's health and growth.

It's painstaking work that can take months to complete, but it's one of the most important tools we have for monitoring mountain gorillas and ensuring conservation efforts are making a difference.

💚 Thanks to the dedication of trackers, researchers, rangers, and local communities, we know that mountain gorilla numbers have now surpassed 1,100 individuals – a remarkable conservation success story.

Every purchase can help protect gorillas 💚When you shop with The Gorilla Organization, you’re doing more than just buyin...
02/06/2026

Every purchase can help protect gorillas 💚

When you shop with The Gorilla Organization, you’re doing more than just buying a gift, calendar or piece of gorilla-inspired merchandise - you’re helping support vital conservation work across Africa.

From protecting forest habitats and supporting ranger teams, to working alongside local communities, every order helps us continue the fight for a future where gorillas can thrive 🦍

Whether you’re treating yourself or buying for someone who loves wildlife, your support makes a real difference.

🛍️ Shop online today and help save gorillas: gorillaorganization.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage

Is gorilla trekking ethical? 🦍It’s a question more people are starting to ask - and the answer depends on how it’s done....
31/05/2026

Is gorilla trekking ethical? 🦍

It’s a question more people are starting to ask - and the answer depends on how it’s done.

Responsible gorilla tourism helps fund conservation, supports local communities, and protects the forests gorillas call home. But it only works when the welfare of the gorillas comes first.

Keeping your distance, following strict trekking rules, and respecting these animals in the wild all play a part in protecting their future. 💚

When done responsibly, tourism can become a powerful tool for conservation.

Concern for Gorillas and Communities: The Ebola Outbreak in eastern DR CongoThe Gorilla Organization is on heightened al...
29/05/2026

Concern for Gorillas and Communities: The Ebola Outbreak in eastern DR Congo
The Gorilla Organization is on heightened alert following an outbreak of deadly Ebola virus in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

On 17 May 2026, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. To date, they report 1,000 suspected cases, with 125 confirmed cases and 17 deaths. This includes at least one confirmed case in Goma, where our team is based.

Quarantine measures are currently in place, severely restricting movement in and out of the city and blocking access to our projects.
The timing is particularly critical. Eastern DRC continues to face intense conflict and insecurity, including around the protected habitats of endangered mountain and Grauer’s gorillas. Our vital work — supporting rangers, community livelihood initiatives, and habitat restoration — relies on the ability to move freely and deploy resources on the ground.

We are also gravely concerned for the gorillas themselves. Great apes are highly susceptible to Ebola, and eastern gorillas are believed to be vulnerable to the Bundibugyo strain driving this outbreak. While there are no recorded cases of Ebola in eastern gorillas to date, the precedent is alarming: between 2002 and 2004, as many as 5,000 wild western lowland gorillas died as Ebola ravaged populations with a 95% mortality rate.

In response, The Gorilla Organization is urgently redirecting funds to bolster frontline patrols focused on enhanced monitoring and implementing measures to minimise any risk of transmission to gorilla populations.
Gorilla Organization staff and partners are currently safe and there are no reports of transmission to gorillas.

What if £1 a week could help protect endangered mountain gorillas… and give you the chance to win up to £25,000 every Fr...
28/05/2026

What if £1 a week could help protect endangered mountain gorillas… and give you the chance to win up to £25,000 every Friday? 🦍💚

The Gorilla Organization Lottery is back!

By playing, you’ll help support frontline rangers, protect vital forest habitat, and empower local communities working alongside conservation teams to keep gorillas safe for the future.

Plus, you could win up to £25,000 every Friday.

Play today: https://savethegorillas.unitypayments.co.uk/play

Anyone else relate right now...? ☀️😅The UK heatwave has us all searching for the coolest spot, legs in the air, and refu...
25/05/2026

Anyone else relate right now...? ☀️😅

The UK heatwave has us all searching for the coolest spot, legs in the air, and refusing to move until further notice 🙈

While we’re all enjoying the sunshine, wild gorillas in Africa are facing a changing climate that threatens the forests they call home. Every protected habitat matters more than ever 💚

👉🏼 Support gorilla conservation at gorillas.org

Stay cool out there everyone 💚

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