Gorillas

Gorillas

Gorillas Gorillas are members of the great- ape family. They live in the forests of Africa. Some gorillas live high up in the mountains. Others live in lowlands.

Gorillas have strong, heavy bodies. They are the largest primates in the world. Monkeys, chimpanzees, and humans are primates, too.

Gorillas can walk on two legs, as people do. Most of the time, they walk on their feet and hands. This type of walking is called knuckle-walking.

Gorillas mostly eat leaves, stems, bark, fruits, flowers, and wood. Some gorillas also eat snails and insects such as ants and termites. Gorillas build nests in trees or sleep on the ground. They never sleep more than one night in the same nest. They travel to different areas in search of food.

Gorilla Families A gorilla family is called a troop or band. A troop eats, sleeps, and plays together. Family members wrestle and play tag and catch for fun. They groom each other's fur. Grooming is an important way for them to be close and friendly together.