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Virunga Mountains Collection

The Virunga Mountains, located in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, are home to some of the world's most magnificent creatures - the mountain gorillas

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Aerial view of Mount Nyiragongo, an active volcano in the Virunga Mountains in Virunga National Park

Aerial view of Mount Nyiragongo, an active volcano in the Virunga Mountains in Virunga National Park, near the border with Rwanda, known for its recent devastating eruptions

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorillas C014 / 0994

Mountain gorillas C014 / 0994
Mountain gorilla. Baby mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) playing in a forest, with the male silverback behind. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorilla C014 / 0983

Mountain gorilla C014 / 0983
Mountain gorilla. Silverback male mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) sitting in a forest. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: ©EyeUbiquitous_20074916

©EyeUbiquitous_20074916
CONGO, Virunga Mountains Silverback mountain gorilla

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Virunga Mountains, Volcano, Rwanda

Virunga Mountains, Volcano, Rwanda

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Lava lake Nyiragongo with glowing lava meltings - Congo, Democratic Republic, North Kivu

Lava lake Nyiragongo with glowing lava meltings - Congo, Democratic Republic, North Kivu, Virunga Mountains, Nyiragongo, crater edge - Great Rift Valley, Albertine Rift, Virunga National Park

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Lava lake Nyiragongo with lava meltings and fountains - Congo, Democratic Republic

Lava lake Nyiragongo with lava meltings and fountains - Congo, Democratic Republic, North Kivu, Virunga Mountains, Nyiragongo, crater edge - Great Rift Valley, Albertine Rift, Virunga National Park

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Lava lake Nyiragongo with glowing lava - Congo, Democratic Republic, North Kivu

Lava lake Nyiragongo with glowing lava - Congo, Democratic Republic, North Kivu, Virunga Mountains, Nyiragongo, crater edge - Great Rift Valley, Albertine Rift, Virunga National Park

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Virunga Mountains, Rwanda, Africa. Mountain Gorilla

Virunga Mountains, Rwanda, Africa. Mountain Gorilla

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: A group of tourists is briefed by parks staff of the

A group of tourists is briefed by parks staff of the Volcanoes National Park prior to setting out on a trail to see mountain gorillas (Gorilla gorilla beringei)

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: A male mountain gorilla (Gorilla gorilla beringei)

A male mountain gorilla (Gorilla gorilla beringei), known as a silverback feeds in the Volcanoes National Park. This gorilla belongs to the 36-strong Susa group whose permanent territory lies high

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Yellow sulphurous deposits, Nyamuragira Volcano

Yellow sulphurous deposits, Nyamuragira Volcano
January 24, 2012 - Yellow sulphurous deposits resulting from degassing coating scoria cone formed during eruption on Nyamuragira Volcano, Democratic Republic of Congo

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Scoria cone on Nyamuragira Volcano, Democratic Republic of Congo

Scoria cone on Nyamuragira Volcano, Democratic Republic of Congo
January 24, 2012 - Scoria cone on Nyamuragira Volcano, Democratic Republic of Congo

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Worker picking tea on a Tea plantation in the Virunga mountains, Rwanda, Africa

Worker picking tea on a Tea plantation in the Virunga mountains, Rwanda, Africa

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Tea plantation in the Virunga mountains, Rwanda, Africa

Tea plantation in the Virunga mountains, Rwanda, Africa

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Workers picking tea on a Tea plantation in the Virunga mountains, Rwanda, Africa

Workers picking tea on a Tea plantation in the Virunga mountains, Rwanda, Africa

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorilla C014 / 0986

Mountain gorilla C014 / 0986
Mountain gorilla. Young mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) sleeping. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Golden monkey C014 / 0977

Golden monkey C014 / 0977
Golden monkey. The golden monkey (Cercopithecus kandti) is found in the Virunga mountains of Central Africa, where it lives in social groups that can be as large as 30 individuals

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorilla C014 / 0989

Mountain gorilla C014 / 0989
Mountain gorilla. Silverback male mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) eating. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorillas C014 / 0991

Mountain gorillas C014 / 0991
Mountain gorilla. Mother and baby mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei beringei) in a forest. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorillas C014 / 0990

Mountain gorillas C014 / 0990
Mountain gorilla. Mother and baby mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei beringei) in a forest. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorilla C014 / 0993

Mountain gorilla C014 / 0993
Mountain gorilla. Baby mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) in a forest. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Golden monkeys C014 / 0976

Golden monkeys C014 / 0976
Golden monkeys. The golden monkey (Cercopithecus kandti) is found in the Virunga mountains of Central Africa, where it lives in social groups that can be as large as 30 individuals

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorilla C014 / 0985

Mountain gorilla C014 / 0985
Mountain gorilla. Close-up of the foot of a silverback male mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) in a forest. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorilla C014 / 0984

Mountain gorilla C014 / 0984
Mountain gorilla. Silverback male mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) sitting in a forest. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorilla C014 / 0987

Mountain gorilla C014 / 0987
Mountain gorilla. Young mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) picking its nose. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorilla C014 / 0988

Mountain gorilla C014 / 0988
Mountain gorilla. Silverback male mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) eating. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Mountain gorillas C014 / 0992

Mountain gorillas C014 / 0992
Mountain gorilla. Young mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei beringei) socialising in a forest. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Nyiragongo volcano, Congo C016 / 4650

Nyiragongo volcano, Congo C016 / 4650
Nyiragongo volcano, Congo. View of the crater wall (red) of Mount Nyiragongo, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Here, the rock face is illuminated red by the molten lava in the crater

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Nyiragongo volcano, Congo C016 / 4651

Nyiragongo volcano, Congo C016 / 4651
Nyiragongo volcano, Congo. View of the lava lake in the crater of Mount Nyiragongo, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Mount Nyiragongo is an active stratovolcano in the Virunga Mountains of D.R

Background imageVirunga Mountains Collection: Nyiragongo volcano, Congo C016 / 4649

Nyiragongo volcano, Congo C016 / 4649
Nyiragongo volcano, Congo. View of the lava lake in the crater of Mount Nyiragongo, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Mount Nyiragongo is an active stratovolcano in the Virunga Mountains of D.R



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The Virunga Mountains, located in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, are home to some of the world's most magnificent creatures - the mountain gorillas. Captured in this stunning photograph by EyeUbiquitous_20074916, we see two majestic individuals, identified as Mountain gorilla C014 / 0994 and Mountain gorilla C014 / 0983. These gentle giants belong to the species Gorilla gorilla beringei. But it's not just the gorillas that make these mountains extraordinary. As we venture deeper into their heart, we come across a sight that seems straight out of a fantasy novel - Nyiragongo volcano with its mesmerizing lava lake. The vibrant glow from the molten rock illuminates the night sky, creating an otherworldly atmosphere. In one frame, we witness nature's raw power as lava melts and flows down Nyiragongo's slopes like fiery rivers. The lava fountains shoot up high into the air before cascading back down with an awe-inspiring force, and is a constant dance between destruction and creation. These images remind us of both the fragility and resilience of our planet. In this volatile landscape where fire meets earth, life finds a way to thrive against all odds. The Virunga Mountains serve as a sanctuary for not only endangered species but also for humanity to reconnect with nature's wonders. As we gaze upon this captivating scene captured by EyeUbiquitous_20074916, let us be reminded of our responsibility to protect these precious ecosystems for generations to come. Let us strive to preserve these mountains' beauty so that future generations can continue marveling at their splendor and witnessing moments like these - where untamed wilderness meets human fascination. ©.