Gorillas are the largest living primates with significant variation in size depending on species, sex, and whether they are wild or captive. Height:
- Adult male gorillas (silverbacks) typically stand between 1.4 and 1.8 meters (4 ft 7 in to 5 ft 11 in) tall when standing upright
- The tallest wild gorilla recorded was 1.95 meters (6 ft 5 in) tall
- Females are shorter, generally between 1.25 and 1.5 meters (4 ft 1 in to 4 ft 11 in)
Weight:
- Wild adult male gorillas weigh between 136 and 227 kg (300 to 500 lbs), with some records of up to 267 kg (589 lbs)
- Adult females weigh between 68 and 113 kg (150 to 250 lbs)
- Captive males can be heavier, sometimes reaching up to 310 kg (683 lbs)
Arm Span:
- Adult males have an arm span ranging from 2.3 to 2.7 meters (7 ft 7 in to 8 ft 10 in)
- Females have smaller arm spans accordingly
Species Differences:
- Mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei beringei) males weigh up to about 220 kg (484 lbs) and stand around 1.6 to 1.7 meters tall (5 ft 3 in to 5 ft 7 in)
- Western lowland gorillas (Gorilla gorilla gorilla) males average about 1.7 meters (5 ft 7 in) and weigh around 169.5 kg (374 lbs)
In summary, a typical adult male gorilla stands about 4.5 to 6 feet tall and weighs between 300 to 500 pounds, with some individuals exceeding these averages. Females are generally smaller and lighter. Gorillas are also known for their impressive arm span and muscular strength, making them powerful animals within the primate family
