Here are some key facts about gorillas:

• There are two main species of gorillas: eastern and western, each with subspecies. They live in central Africa rainforests, separated by geography.

• Gorillas tend to live in family groups called troops, which can have up to 30 individuals led by a dominant adult male called a silverback.

• Adult male gorillas (silverbacks) can weigh between 135 and 220 kg (up to about 485 pounds) and stand about 1.7 meters (5.5 feet) tall. Females are smaller, weighing around 70 to 90 kg.

• Gorillas are mostly herbivores eating up to 30 kg of plants daily, though some also consume insects.

• They are extremely strong, with males being over 10 times stronger than an average human. They can tear down banana trees, bend iron bars, and bite with great power.

• Gorillas share about 98.3% of their DNA with humans, making them close relatives.

• They display human-like emotions such as laughter, sadness, and grief and communicate through numerous vocalizations.

• Reproduction is slow; females usually have one offspring every 4 to 6 years, limiting population recovery.

• Gorillas use simple tools and help maintain forest health by spreading seeds through their feces and clearing vegetation.

• Mountain gorillas, a subspecies of eastern gorillas, have been increasing in number due to conservation efforts, while overall gorilla populations are threatened by habitat loss, poaching, and disease.

These facts reveal gorillas as powerful yet gentle, highly social, intelligent animals closely connected to humans genetically and emotionally.