Action for Apes

Barely a thousand mountain gorillas now remain.  

Their entire global population is confined to two isolated patches of forest across Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. For decades, gorillas’ mountainous homes and fragile habitat they depend upon remain at risk from multiple threats, such as disease outbreaks from humans to lethal snares linked to poaching and more.  

The fact that these gorillas survive against these threats is testament to the bravery and dedication of the unsung heroes of global conservation – rangers.  

Without the care and protection of rangers, mountain gorillas would almost certainly be extinct.  

Now the very latest census is under way to record their species population numbers. It’s a massive undertaking, only made possible by the bravery and commitment of the men and women who venture into the wild every day to protect this magnificent species.  

With your help, we can further safeguard mountain gorillas by supporting the vital work of rangers in Africa – and other spots around the world where vulnerable species need your protection. From removing snares and debris to funding training and providing essential equipment, there’s so much your donation today can help achieve.