Berthoud Community Library District

Describes the early years in the life of a gorilla born in captivity at the San Diego Zoo and later moved to the San Diego Wild Animal Park.

Introduces the eating habits, social organization, and daily routine of the mountain gorillas of Africa's Virunga volcanoes.

"A look at gorillas, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their large heads, behaviors, relationships with humans, and threatened status in the world today"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the gorilla.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the largest of the great apes.

Willy the Gorilla imitates the other animals at the zoo, but despite pretending he remains always a gorilla.

"In Gorillas among Us, Prince-Hughes has compressed years of gorilla observation into a composite diary chronicling the days of one gorilla family. She creates a blended portrait of both peoples - gorilla and human. The entries capture significant observations, which often prompt brief discussions of gorillas' captivity, diet, communication, aesthetic preferences, social behavior, and play. Several chapters end with thought-provoking meditations on...

Depicts the gorilla in its natural surroundings and describes its life and struggles for survival.

"A beautifully photographed look at the lives of gorillas." --

Looks at gorillas in the wild and explains the special things zoos do to care for gorillas and make them feel at home.