Dian Fossey: Animal Rights Activist and Protector of Mountain Gorillas

Dian Fossey: Animal Rights Activist and Protector of Mountain Gorillas — page 1
Below A mountain gorilla rests within Virunga National Park in Africa The park was founded primarily as a protected area for the endangered mountain gorillas that make their home in the Virunga Mountains The Virungas run along the borders of Rwanda the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda Inset right Dian Fossey was devoted to the study protection and preservation of mountain gorillas and their habitats She shared a warmth and trust with these gentle animals that was unrivaled by most of her human relationships In this photo the baby gorilla with which Dian is playing is a little difficult to spot against the dark tree but Dian’s delight is hard to miss 44