Michael Flores+FollowGorillas Have a Secret Pharmacy!Gorillas in Gabon are basically wild pharmacists—scientists just caught them snacking on tree bark that fights off drug-resistant bacteria like E. coli! Turns out, these clever apes (and local healers) have been using the same plants for ages. Researchers tested the bark in the lab and, yep, it works. Could gorilla wisdom help us fight superbugs? Maybe! Just another reason to protect these forests—nature’s original medicine cabinet. #Science #Gorillas #NatureHeals230Share
martinezlaura+FollowGorilla Girl Code: No Boys from Home!Wild mountain gorillas have a clever way to avoid inbreeding: the ladies refuse to join groups with any guys they grew up with! Instead, they stick with female friends they already know, making the move to a new group way less scary. Turns out, it’s not just about survival—gorilla friendships last across groups, just like ours. This social savvy could even help with gorilla conservation! Who knew gorilla girl squads were this strategic? #Science #Gorillas #Wildlife222Share
Michelle York+FollowGorilla BFFs Reunite After Years ApartTurns out, mountain gorillas are just like us when it comes to old friends! New research from Rwanda shows that female gorillas will actually seek out their childhood pals—even after years apart and moving to new groups. These bonds are so strong, they’ll pick a group just to be with a familiar face. Scientists say these friendships are way more important in gorilla society than anyone thought. Who knew gorilla girl squads were a thing? #Science #Gorillas #Wildlife4281Share
sperkins+FollowGorillas Are Back at SA Zoo—After 30 Years!Gorillas are making a comeback at the San Antonio Zoo after three decades, and their new Congo Falls habitat is seriously next-level. We’re talking 16 gorillas, a 30-foot waterfall, and a 70-foot-tall gorilla tower (yep, tallest in the world). You can get 360-degree views, walk above the action, and even snag some exclusive zoo swag. If you needed a reason to visit, this is it! #Travel #SanAntonioZoo #Gorillas00Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowGorillas: Secret Tree Dwellers?!Turns out, gorillas are way more into tree life than anyone thought! Even the big, burly silverbacks are climbing up for snacks, not just the little ones. Some groups spend up to 34% of their time in the trees—way more than the old 7% estimate. And it’s not just about fruit; they’ll climb for leaves, too. This totally flips what we thought about gorilla evolution and could even change how we see our own ancient relatives! #Gorillas #WildlifeFacts #Evolution #Science170Share
