In Photos: Mountain Gorilla
Have a look through our gallery of images from the series Mountain Gorilla and you may recognise a cousin!

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King of the Swingers
Although they are mostly found on the ground, gorillas, especially babies, will sometimes venture into the trees.
From the Kingdom in the Clouds episode of Mountain Gorilla.
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Vegetarian
Gorillas have a largely vegetarian diet, unlike their close relatives the chimps who sometimes hunt for meat.
From the Kingdom in the Clouds episode of Mountain Gorilla.
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Dextrous
Those adept fingers can be used to tease apart food and sate their undying curiosity.
From the Kingdom in the Clouds episode of Mountain Gorilla.
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All in the Eyes
Just one look into the eyes of a gorilla reveals everything about our shared ancestry.
From the The Last Stand of the Silverback episode of Mountain Gorilla.
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Mountain Habitat
Although their mountain habitat may look like it is in the middle of nowhere, that doesn't stop human encroachment, endangering their existance.
From the The Last Stand of the Silverback episode of Mountain Gorilla.
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Large Head
Just like humans, gorilla babies are born with fairly large heads, capable of fitting in their relatively large brain.
From the The Last Stand of the Silverback episode of Mountain Gorilla.
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Multi-Dextrous
Dexterity isn't limited to the gorillas hands, they can also use their feet to grasp.
From the Safe in Our Hands episode of Mountain Gorilla.
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Gorilla Researchers
Gorilla research is one of many ways in which we can help to save the gorilla. Learning more about the species can help to protect their habitat and reduce the negative effects that are putting pressure on their existence.
From the Safe in Our Hands episode of Mountain Gorilla.
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Silverback
The silver guard hairs on this silverback are clearly visible, signifying his dominance.
From the Safe in Our Hands episode of Mountain Gorilla.