deforestation
Jun 16 2009, Aditi Justa

Eastern Lowland Gorillas have been severely affected by human activity and fighting for survival since the 1990s. There has been continuous reduction in their count due to the instability in the Congo escalating into rebel war and violence. Gorillas..

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