Mountain Gorillas and George Shaller's Research

George Shaller's groundbreaking research on mountain gorillas opened the world's eyes to their gentle nature. His methods laid the foundation for modern gorilla research, focusing on their behavior and habitat in the Virunga Mountains. Today, researchers like Felix Naiim Manana continue to build on Shaller's work, using techniques that emphasize visibility and non-intrusiveness to study these majestic animals. The video highlights the emotional experience of observing gorillas and the importance of understanding their behavior and environment.

Who was the first scientist to study mountain gorillas in the African wild?

• Jane Goodall

• George Shaller

• David Attenborough

• Dian Fossey

What is the primary habitat of the largest surviving population of mountain gorillas?

• Amazon Rainforest

• Virunga Mountains

• Sahara Desert

• Himalayas

What did George Shaller's study focus on regarding mountain gorillas?

• Their interaction with other species

• Every aspect of their lives

• Their migration patterns

• Their diet only

What method did George Shaller develop for observing gorillas?

• Hiding in bushes

• Climbing trees to be visible

• Using binoculars from a distance

• Using drones

What is a common behavior of adult gorillas observed by Shaller?

• Migrating long distances

• Swimming in rivers

• Hunting in packs

• Building a nest every night

Who is Felix Naiim Manana?

• Deputy director of the Diane FY karoki Research Center

• A local guide

• A wildlife photographer

• A famous gorilla

What is the key principle in observing gorillas according to Shaller's method?

• Making noise to attract them

• Being visible to the gorillas

• Staying hidden at all times

• Feeding them to gain trust

How do gorillas typically react when they see a human observer?

• They ignore the observer

• They become aggressive

• The big male may beat his chest

• They always run away

What is the importance of showing oneself to gorillas during observation?

• To take better photographs

• To allow them to become accustomed to human presence

• To establish dominance

• To scare them away

What is the role of the big male gorilla when a human is observed?

• To beat his chest and alert others

• To hide the group

• To lead the group away

• To attack the observer