Author(s): Ruth Daly

Junior Nonfiction

In this unique series, you will learn the recovery stories of threatened animal species from around the world. Explore the dangers each species faces and meet the dedicated people working to protect animals and their habitats. Discover the challenges, failures, and ultimate success of each inspiring journey to bring a species back from the brink of extinction. Still listed as critically endangered, the mountain gorilla is the only great ape today whose population is increasing in the wild. Learn about the organizations collaborating with local people to expand its habitat in Central Africa, reduce poaching, and manage tourism. Book jacket.