Twin mountain gorillas born in Virunga National Park

Twin mountain gorillas were born in Virunga National Park, DRC, on March 19, 2026, marking a rare occurrence in the threatened UNESCO World Heritage site. The female and male infants, approximately two weeks old, are being closely monitored by park field teams. Gorilla twins face survival challenges due to the mother's increased physical burden and energy demands for producing milk. Virunga's biodiversity is under threat from ongoing conflict involving armed groups like M23 and ADF, which use the park as a hideout. The mountain gorilla population stands at 1,063 in the wild, with 350 recorded in Virunga in 2021. How can international conservation efforts support Virunga's gorillas amidst regional instability?

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/03/25/rare-mountain-gorilla-twins-born-in-dr-congo/