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Mammal ยท Tropical rainforest
Western gorilla
Gorilla gorilla
Meet the animal
Life as a western gorilla
Western gorillas live in groups in the forests of central and western Africa.
Amazing adaptation
Built to survive
Long strong arms support knuckle-walking and climbing, while broad teeth crush fibrous plants and fruit.
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Surprising fact
Each gorilla has a unique pattern of wrinkles around its nose.