Gorilla Habituation and Behavior

The video explores the process of gorilla habituation, focusing on the efforts of Mutombo and Terrence as they track a backup gorilla group in the Central African jungle. The habituation process aims to make gorillas comfortable with human presence, allowing for safe tourist interactions. The video highlights the behavior of silverback gorillas, particularly a leader named Mata, and emphasizes the deep connection and similarities between humans and gorillas, sharing 98% of their DNA.

What is the primary goal of the gorilla habituation process?

• To teach gorillas to communicate with humans

• To relocate gorillas to new habitats

• To make gorillas comfortable with human presence

• To train gorillas to perform tricks

Who are the two individuals trying to find the backup gorilla group?

• Mata and Bayaka

• Mutombo and Mata

• Mutombo and Terrence

• Terrence and Bayaka

What is the name of the silverback leading the backup group?

• Mutombo

• Terrence

• Mata

• Bayaka

What is the significance of the name 'Mata' for the silverback?

• It means warrior

• It means protector

• It means successor

• It means leader

Why are gorillas naturally skittish of humans?

• They are naturally aggressive

• They are nocturnal animals

• They have been hunted for millennia

• They prefer solitude

What is the role of the Bayaka trackers in the habituation process?

• To find the best approach to get close to gorillas

• To feed the gorillas

• To train the gorillas to interact with humans

• To protect the gorillas from predators

What is a key factor that can make gorillas violent?

• Feeling threatened

• Hunger

• Loud noises

• Bright lights

What percentage of DNA do gorillas share with humans?

• 90%

• 95%

• 99%

• 98%

What emotion is commonly felt when observing gorillas closely?

• Excitement

• Fear

• A deep connection

• Indifference