Kibale Forest

Tropical moist forestUganda

CountryUganda

Area795 km2

TypeTropical moist forest

Key SpeciesChimpanzee, red colobus monkey, forest elephant

About Kibale Forest

The primate capital of the world with 13 species. Over 1,500 chimpanzees. Chimpanzee trekking is the main attraction. Also has forest elephants and African golden cats. Contains 375 bird species. A premier research site for primate studies.

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