Virunga National Park

Virunga National Park is a protected area in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, established in 1925. Its habitats span volcanic mountains, forests, savannas, and wetlands, and include mountain gorilla habitat.

Albertine Rift: The western branch of the East African Rift, extending along the eastern edge of the Congo Basin. Virunga lies within this biodiversity-rich rift region.
Virunga National Park montane forests: Moist, high-elevation forests within Virunga National Park, including habitat used by mountain gorillas. They provide food and shelter for gorillas and other forest wildlife.
Albert National Park: The former name of Virunga National Park, established under Belgian colonial rule in 1925. The park began as Albert National Park before taking its current name.
Virunga National Park mountain gorilla conservation: Protection and monitoring of mountain gorillas and their habitat within Virunga National Park. Gorilla conservation is one of the park's most visible responsibilities.
Virunga National Park conflicts: Armed conflict and insecurity affecting Virunga National Park and communities around it. Conflict has disrupted management and endangered staff, residents, and wildlife.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: A country in Central Africa, bordered by nine countries and crossed by the Congo River basin. The park is in the country's eastern region.
Virunga National Park savannas: Grassland and woodland habitats within Virunga National Park, supporting large mammals and diverse birdlife. They contrast with the park's forests and broaden its range of wildlife.
Belgian Congo: The territory in Central Africa governed as a Belgian colony from 1908 until independence in 1960. Virunga was established during Belgian colonial administration.
Virunga National Park park rangers: Rangers who patrol and protect Virunga National Park and assist with wildlife monitoring and visitor safety. Their work confronts poaching and security threats on the ground.
Virunga National Park poaching: Illegal hunting and wildlife trafficking affecting animals in Virunga National Park. Poaching has challenged the park's efforts to protect wildlife.

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