The attack has not only destroyed the tourist trade that was keeping this part of Uganda alive, it also highlights the dangers for the gorillas living in one of the world's most violent and volatile regions. The biggest and rarest of all apes has 98% of its genes in common with humans. But while there are six billion people on the planet, hardly six hundred mountain gorillas still live in the wild. They are among the world's most endangered species. In an effort to improve Uganda's reputation and economy, the Ugandan government is trying to protect their tourist magnet. But in an effort to save the gorillas in the hills, they have evicted the pygmy Batwa tribe from the forest. These people now live in miserable conditions and feel they are treated worse than the apes. A scenic visit to Uganda paints a sad picture of man's role in nature.

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