Gorillas have a gestation period of about 8.5 months, but the love they give to their babies can last a lifetime! After birth, gorillas develop at a rapid rate, gaining strength and mobility quickly. However, approximately 40% of females remain close to their mothers and other members in the family unit for life🖤🦍 | Empowers Africa

When gorillas give birth, many of the other group members want to see the newborn. It's very much like how we humans react to a new baby in the family! In this video, Teta grooms her tiny newborn, who is fairly hidden from the camera. Group members, including her other offspring, gather around to catch a glimpse of the precious infant. 💛 💛 📸 Jean Marie Vianney Nadagiwenimana | Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund

Gorilla females give birth to their first offspring at around 10 years old, at which point they transform entirely into protective mothers who spend all of their time taking care of the newborns. Generally, they give birth to one infant, but a few cases of twins have been observed #bonobosafricansafariholidays #safari #travelagent #vacationtime #forest #traveltheworld #savannah #wildlifephotography #wildanimals #wild #gorillas #culture #adventures #tour #tourism #travel # | Bonobos African Safar