A family of mountain gorillas resting together (IMAGE)

University of Exeter

A family of mountain gorillas resting together

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A family of mountain gorillas resting together, in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda. Resting in physical contact is an indicator of close social relationships and tolerance in gorillas. 

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Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.

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