Problem
Threatened species of Gorilla gorilla graueri
Other Names:
Threatened species of Grauer's gorillaEndangered eastern lowland gorilla
Incidence:
Eastern lowland gorillas have a very limited range and small population and are found only in eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo. In 1980, one population was estimated to number 3,000-5,000 individuals; the full range of this subspecies is not established and it may comprise over 10,000 individuals. They are threatened by a variety of pressures, including hunting for "bush meat".
Broader Problems:
Threatened species of Gorilla Subject(s):
Birds, Mammals → PrimatesSocietal Problems → Endangered species
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
24.09.2020 – 00:52 CEST