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# Gorilla - Is It Dangerous? | Mind of Animals

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# Gorilla

Gorilla gorilla

mammals

4 Dangerous danger 4 out of 5

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Added to Mind of Animals by **Pippa**

## What you should know

Gorillas are the largest primates on Earth and live in the rainforests of central Africa in family groups led by a powerful male called a silverback. They mostly eat plants and are usually calm, but they are incredibly strong wild animals and should never be approached. If you ever see one at a zoo, admire it from a safe distance!

## Whoa

Every gorilla has a completely unique nose print, just like every human has unique fingerprints, so scientists can tell individual gorillas apart just by photographing their noses.

## Staying safe around it

Treat it with respect, keep your distance, and tell a grown-up if you see one up close.

**Always ask a grown-up before you touch any animal or plant.** If something bites or stings you, tell an adult right away.

Source: [San Diego Zoo](https://animals.sandiegozoo.org/animals/gorilla)

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