King Kong: big, bold, aggressive, and in charge. But is there more to gorillas than what's suggested through these depictions? While they may be sizably striking, Silverback Gorillas are the quiet kings of the forest, leading their troops through their rainforest homes with generally calm comportment. Have a watch to see more about the gentle giants of the rainforest for World Gorilla Day 2021!

YOU can also take part in protecting apes in a number of ways. Check out this list for some athome and inperson options to help protect apes from afar: https://bit.ly/HowYouCanHelpApes

LEARN MORE about apes and primates and everything else we do at GLOBIO at https://globio.org/programs/

All footage was obtained through reputable, ethicallyrun wildlife sanctuaries dedicated to caring for their rescued primates and protecting their wild counterparts. Apes Like Us (under GLOBIO) and our partner programs in no way support the exploitation or trade of primates in any capacity (whether legal or illegal). Much of this footage was taken prior to enhanced health & safety restrictions with wild apes.

Videography/Photography/Editing
Gerry Ellis

Additional Still Photos Courtesy
Martha M Robbins/MPIEVAN

Programs Director
Meg Stark

Office Cat: Squirty

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