A 350-pound male gorilla named Apollo is the focus of primatologist Magdalena Bermejo's research in the Congo Basin's Lossi village.
Synopsis
A 350-pound male gorilla named Apollo is the focus of primatologist Magdalena Bermejo's research in the Congo Basin's Lossi village.
Synopsis
Magdalena Bermejo conducts research on western lowland gorillas in the Congo Basin. She is joined by local trackers as they search for signs of gorilla activity near the village of Lossi. The team studies a 350-pound male gorilla named Apollo and his family. They analyze crushed leaves, half-eaten plant stems, and dung to gather data. The film captures the challenges of working in the dense jungle, including encounters with sweat bees and stinging ants.
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Why Watch
- Meet Apollo, a magnificent 350-pound silverback gorilla.
- See local trackers find clues in the jungle.
- Find out how Lossi is being brought back to life.
Did You Know
- The documentary features a 350-pound male gorilla named Apollo.
- Magdalena Bermejo conducts research in the Congo Basin jungle.
- The village of Lossi was once deserted but is being revitalized.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of the primatologist studying gorillas in the documentary?
Magdalena Bermejo is the primatologist conducting research on western lowland gorillas.
What is the weight of the male gorilla named Apollo?
Apollo, the male gorilla studied by Bermejo, weighs 350 pounds.
Where is the village of Lossi located?
Lossi is located in the Congo Basin, deep within the dense jungle of Africa.
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