Virunga Volcanoes Collection

Silverback male Mountain Gorilla (Gorilla g. beringei), Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa

Skull of Mountain Gorilla (Gorilla gorilla beringei), holotype 1902, Museum fur Natuurkunde, Berlin, discovered by Captain Robert von Beringe, Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa

Mountain gorillas mating
Mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei beringei) mating. The mature male leading the troop is known as a silverback due to the colour of the fur on its back

Photographed from Lake Mutanda at sunrise, Mount Muhavura looms like a huge pyramid to a height of 13, 540 feet. It is the most easterly of the Virunga Volcanoes and straddles the Uganda-Rwanda border

Lake Mutanda is possibly the most beautiful lake of the Great Lakes region. It has an idyllic backdrop of five volcanoes of the Virunga chain, which straddle the Uganda-Rwanda border

Female and young mountain gorilla
Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) female and young. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda, Uganda and Zaire

Silverback mountain gorilla and female
Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) male and female. The mature male leading the troop is known as a silverback due to the colour of the fur on its back

Silverback mountain gorilla
Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) male. The mature male leading the troop is known as a silverback due to the colour of the fur on its back

Blackback male Mountain Gorilla (Gorilla g. beringei), Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa

Female Mountain Gorilla (Gorilla g. beringei), Poppy, Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa

Female Mountain Gorillas (Gorilla g. beringei) with infant on back, Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa

Mountain Gorillas (Gorilla gorilla beringei), silverback male resting with group, Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa

Juvenile Mountain Gorilla (Gorilla g. beringei) playing, Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa

Aerial view of of Virunga National Park (Parc National des Volcans) showing the boundary of the park and agricultural land, Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa

Aerial view of Mount Sabyinyo, an extinct volcano and oldest of the Virunga Mountains, the summit at 3645metres marks the intersection of the borders of Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Aerial view of Mount Mikeno, Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Great Rift Valley, Africa

Hagenia (Hagenia abyssinica) Forest, Mountain Gorilla Habitat, Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa

Aerial view of Mount Visoke (Mount Bisoke), an extinct volcano straddling the border of Rwanda and Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) showing crater lake, with Mount Mikeno in background

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The Virunga Volcanoes in Rwanda, Africa, are not only home to breathtaking landscapes but also to the majestic Mountain Gorillas. This holotype of a Skull of Mountain Gorilla at the Museum fur Natuurkunde is a testament to their existence since 1902. In the heart of this volcanic region, a Silverback male dominates his territory as he stands tall against the backdrop of these magnificent peaks. The Virunga Volcanoes witness more than just dominance; they also bear witness to love and reproduction as Mountain gorillas engage in mating rituals. As the sun rises over Lake Mutanda, Mount Muhavura emerges like an enormous pyramid, casting its enchanting spell on all who behold it from afar. And nestled within this picturesque landscape lies Lake Mutanda itself - possibly one of the most beautiful lakes you'll ever lay eyes upon. Amongst these mountains reside female and young mountain gorillas, forming strong bonds that nurture future generations. A Silverback mountain gorilla protects his family with unwavering dedication while showcasing his strength and wisdom. But it's not just silverbacks that grace these lands; blackback males roam freely too, adding diversity and vitality to this unique ecosystem. Female Mountain Gorillas can be seen nurturing their infants amidst this natural wonderland. Resting peacefully under nature's canopy are two female Mountain Gorillas taking respite from their daily adventures in the Virunga Volcanoes. Even juvenile gorillas find solace high up on trees as they explore their surroundings with curiosity and playfulness. In every corner of this extraordinary habitat lies evidence of life thriving against all odds - a testament to both human efforts for conservation and Mother Nature's resilience. The Virunga Volcanoes stand tall as guardians of biodiversity, reminding us why we must protect such precious treasures for generations yet unborn.