Congo Groups Killing Protection 
Critter News
JANUARY 13, 2009
Protecting mountain gorillas in the Congo is dangerous work. Just last week, a 33-year-old ranger was killed by Mai Mai rebels. Mai Mai rebels are described as community-based militia groups frequently involved in banditry. Tags: virunga war congo gorillas endangered species. Here is a brief Youtube video of him.
10,000 Birds
MAY 8, 2012
Marabous have also learnt another trick, and that is to follow vultures and scavenge off the remains of Lion and other large predator kills. They have even been known to kill children who have been incautious enough to approach too closely. They are often found roosting in small groups along the edges of lakes and riverine sandbars.
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