EN Herbivore Rainforests
73–204 kg
Weight
40–50 yrs
Lifespan
40 km/h
Top Speed
Democratic Republic of Congo
Found In
Endemic to Democratic Republic of Congo, the Eastern Gorilla is a herbivore species inhabiting rainforests habitats. Weighing 73–204 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Eastern Gorilla | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 138.5 kg | 117.3 kg | ↑ 18% |
| Height | 164 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 40 km/h | 40 km/h | — 0% |
| Avg Speed | 40 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 45 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↑ 100% |
Endemic to Democratic Republic of Congo
Habitat: Rainforests
Found In: Democratic Republic of Congo
Coloration: Black
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Social groups.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 255–270 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 40–50 years
An Endangered Species
EN Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 31 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Endangered Species
Ranked #9 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Tiger | 100–390 kg | EN |
| 8 | Bengal Tiger | 220–260 kg | EN |
| 9 | Eastern Gorilla | 73–204 kg | EN |
| 10 | Mountain Gorilla | 70–200 kg | EN |
| 11 | Green Sea Turtle | 68–190 kg | EN |
| 12 | Giant Panda | 70–125 kg | EN |
Other Hominidae Species
The Hominidae family has 9 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonobo | 30–40 kg | Omnivore | EN |
| Bornean Orangutan | 30–82 kg | Omnivore | CR |
| Chimpanzee | 26–70 kg | Omnivore | EN |
| Mountain Gorilla | 70–200 kg | Herbivore | EN |
| Orangutan | 30–82 kg | Omnivore | CR |
| Sumatran Orangutan | 23–56 kg | Omnivore | CR |
| Western Gorilla | 68–182 kg | Herbivore | CR |
| Western Lowland Gorilla | 68–181 kg | Herbivore | CR |