Top Facts about Endangered Species Uganda's Mountain Gorillas

The endangered species- Mountain gorillas are apes under the primates’ family and are found in Africa’s Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic republic of Congo. From which Uganda is considered to be one of the most popular mountain gorilla trekking and tracking destination. It is believed that mountain gorillas are endangered species as only 900 of them are estimated to be remaining on the earth. All year round the East African country- Uganda welcomes huge number of tourists from all over the world, from which some are first timers and repeated visitors for enjoying gorilla trekking or tracking safari.

There are some major facts about mountain gorillas, which will offer great knowledge about the endangered species before embarking on Uganda gorilla safari tour. Please read on this article to find out the details:

#Fact 1- Live in Forested Mountains:
As per their name, the mountain gorillas live in forested mountains and at times decide to go high towards the mountain peaks. Do not get scared? You do not have to climb up high towards the mountain peak for spotting mountain gorillas. Generally mountain gorillas are found to be habituated on relatively lower slopes, which will help you enjoy a shorter trekking period to find out mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.  It is found that forested mountains are very cold, which helps the mountain gorillas to survive well. In this type of environment, the mountain gorillas survive well as their fur gives them much needed warmth.

#Fact 2- Feed on Plant Leaves and Shoots:
You will be amused to hear that the incredible mountain gorillas are actually vegetarians and feed on leaves and bamboo shoots. The mountain gorillas spend most of their day in feeding. Typical meal of a mountain gorilla consists of edible plant leaves, bamboo shoots and wild fruits.

#Fact 3- Found in Groups:
Generally the mountain gorillas live in groups ranging from 10 to 30 or more, which is led by a dominant silverback or male mountain gorilla. In Uganda around 10 habituated mountain gorilla groups are found in different national park and reserves like Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Mgahinga National Park.  Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is believed to be the perfect destination for enjoying Uganda gorilla safaris. Some of the gorilla groups are Mubare group, Rushergura group, Habinyanja group, Bitukura group and Oruzogo group.
 
Conclusion:
Mountain gorillas are peace loving animals, which makes it easier for tourists to watch them while there are feeding or relaxing. Tourists must maintain a reasonable distance away from them, do not provoke them and avoid use of flash photography as well as maintain silence. In order to have utmost fun, you must consider a reliable safari tour operator in Africa for booking an exciting Uganda Gorilla Tracking Safari that will offer safe and convenient trip.