Gorilla habitat protection tied to tree planting near Bwindi; UWA steers sustainable wildlife management amid expanding gorilla populations and habitat pressures.
Communities around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park are planting trees for medicine, firewood and crafts to reduce deforestation pressures. The effort supports the 450 mountain gorillas living there, helping ensure habitats keep pace with growing gorilla populations and boosting local livelihoods through ecotourism.