However, while most monkeys have tails, apes do not. Gibbons, siamangs, chimpanzees, bonobos, gorillas, and orangutans are apes. Are Singing Swingers Gibbons and siamangs live in the forests of southern and southeastern Asia. Each subspecies has a unique sound and pattern to their vocalizations. Winning Through Intimidation Memba, a silverback at the San Diego Zoo.
Gorillas are gentle, intelligent animals that have long been misunderstood as ferocious beasts.
Their undeserved reputation stems from intimidating actions like chest-beating done by the mature male, or silverback, when he feels his family is in danger. This awe-inspiring show of force helps to protect gorillas against predators. The size and strength of this great ape has ensured its success in the wild against every species except man. Gorillas are found in the wild only in Africa. Gorillas live in family groups called troops.