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Gorillas - and snaring

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December 9th 2010
Ten days ago, guides in the Mgahinga Gorilla National Park came across a two year old infant gorilla with a snare around its neck. Vetenarians were called in immediately, however to date, they have been unsuccessful in darting and helping the infant. The problem is two fold - the first time the vets attempted to dart the infant, it was in the thick bamboo typical of this area. They missed and t ... read more

Africa » Uganda » Western Region » Mgahinga National Forest

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Uganda achieved independence from the UK in 1962. The dictatorial regime of Idi AMIN (1971-79) was responsible for the deaths of some 300,000 opponents; guerrilla war and human rights abuses under Milton OBOTE (1980-85) claimed at least another 100,0... ... read more