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Mountain gorilla twins born in national park for 2nd time this year: "Exceptionally rare event"
Updated on: March 26, 2026 / 6:43 AM EDT / CBS/AFP
TL;DR
- Twin mountain gorillas were born in Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo.
- This event is considered exceptionally rare, occurring in less than one percent of mountain gorilla births.
- The survival of twins is challenging due to the mother's increased energy and physical demands.
- This is the second twin birth reported in Virunga National Park this year.
- Virunga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, faces threats from intensified conflict and armed groups.