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Photo Relocation of Gor... Orphaned gorilla and helper, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Orphaned gorilla and helper, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

A helper/veterinarian from the Dian Fossey Gorilla fund minding an orphaned gorilla in its new habitat. Gorillas are susceptible to the same diseases as humans, and particularly to respiratory infections, hence the need to wear a protective mask.

Year: 2010

From album: Relocation of Gorillas in Eastern DRC

Photographer: Tim Freccia

Tags: fauna

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Airlift of gorillas by UN MONUC helicopter

Helper with orphaned gorilla

Orphaned gorilla being transported to its new location

Orphaned gorilla, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Orphaned gorilla in new habitat, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Orphaned gorilla near its transport cage, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Orphaned gorillas and helper, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Park Ranger in Tayna Nature Reserve, Kasugho

Park Rangers in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Park Rangers in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Park Rangers in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Relocating orphaned gorillas in DR Congo, April 2010

UN airlifts orphaned gorillas

UN airlift support for gorilla relocation

Veterinarians inspect gorillas

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