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Amazing Facts
1. The world record for the most weighing gorilla is 340 kilograms.
2. There are 5-30 members in a single family.
3. They catch diseases as quickly as humans.
4. Gorilla’s name was given by an explorer from ancient Carthage.
5. They have a unique nose print.
6. Their arms are longer than their legs.
7. Gorillas are endangered animal species.
8. The oldest gorilla’s name is Fatou, she is 65 years old.
9. Gorillas are 98% similar to humans.

Conclusion
In conclusion, gorillas are big but shy herbivores. They are champion acrobatics. A
family of gorillas is called a troop and what’s amazing is that they are 98% similar to humans.
But their language is full of grunts, screams, whimpers, giggles, and purrs. A normal gorilla
can live up to 30-40 years. Their fur helps them in cold weather to survive by making them
warm. They also move closer to each other to generate heat. They are unique creatures with
emotion and value like humans, but many people don’t know this about them.

- Brabim Khaniya