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How many mountain gorillas live in Rwanda?

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Rwanda's mountain gorillas are part of the greater Virunga population, which exceeds 600 individuals. Several habituated families are available for tourism within Volcanoes National Park, while other groups are monitored for research and conservation purposes. Population numbers continue to improve thanks to sustained conservation efforts.

Rwanda's mountain gorillas are part of the greater Virunga population, which exceeds 600 individuals. Several habituated families are available for tourism within Volcanoes National Park, while other groups are monitored for research and conservation purposes. Population numbers continue to improve thanks to sustained conservation efforts.