"Find out why gorillas are in danger of dying out, what effect these animals have on the environment, and what people are doing to save them from extinction"-- Examines why gorillas are endangered, discussing their effect on the environment and exploring how people are trying to save them.

"A beautifully photographed look at the lives of gorillas."--

WILDLIFE (CHILDREN'S / TEENAGE). A look at the social and emotional lives, as well as communication methods, of gorillas. Ages 7+

Introduces gorillas, describing their physical features, what they eat, where they live, and how they care for their young.

In 1971, graduate student Penny Patterson began teaching sign language to a gorilla named Koko, a scientific experiment that evolved into an intimate friendship lasting almost half a century and changed the course of human-animal communication.

Lulu wants her birthday to be special and she does not want to share it with her baby sister, so she decides to spend it at the zoo with a gorilla who is also turning eight.

"Everyone knows the nature-loving Gorillas have their own way of doing things. But that's not going to stop Laval from training them to be warriors. Or Wilhurt from stealing their CHI! Will the Gorillas keep their mellow, or will they go bananas? Then, Rizzo the Raven holds an auction between Crooler and Windra--two of the most vicious animals in Chima. This may be one deal that's too hot for even a Raven to handle!"--Page 4 of cover.

Introduces the physical characteristics and behavior of various primates, including the gorilla, orangutan, lemur, and mandrill.

Details the work of Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Adrian De Shriver with gorillas and chimpanzees.