Gorilla Journal 30, June 2005

Gorilla Orphans in Rwanda and Congo: Update

The male eastern lowland gorilla (confiscated in Rwanda, November 2003), the female eastern lowland gorilla (confiscated in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, July 2004) and the female mountain gorilla (confiscated in Rwanda December 2004) are all doing well. Each has a dedicated team of caregivers providing round-the-clock care.
Care for the eastern lowland gorillas is being provided by collaboration between the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project, the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International, and the wildlife authorities of Rwanda (ORTPN) and Congo (ICCN).
The same organizations, with additional support from IGCP, are caring for the mountain gorilla. Discussions about future options for these orphans are being led by a technical support committee, comprised of representatives of the same organizations.

Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project

More orphans

Orphanage to rehabilitate the confiscated gorillas

Conservation areas

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