This is somewhat contradictory, and may be due to how well they bond as individuals within the group those who don’t bond end up leaving. However, it is also thought the reason that males leave these groups is the innate need to reproduce. Multi-male groups appear to be more sexually successful than single males, which results in the formation of blackback troops with individuals of different origins. It is only when they become silverbacks that they will attempt to form their own group or take over an established one. If alone, they sometimes join other troops for short periods.
They often strike out independently and can form transitory groups of their own. What Is the Role of Blackbacks?īlackbacks are sexually mature males up to 11 years old they usually serve as backup protection but often maintain distance from the leader. Groups of male silverbacks have been observed though the dynamics can suddenly change when the leader dies or is overthrown.Įach typically leads a troop (group size ranges from 5 to 50) and is in the centre of the troop’s attention, making all the decisions, mediating conflicts, determining the movements of the group, leading the others to feeding sites and taking responsibility for the defence, safety and well-being of the troop. Silverbacks are the strong, dominant troop leaders but not all have this position some may have never led a troop while others have either retired or been deposed.
They have large canine teeth that come with maturity.
#Silverback gorilla teeth Patch
A silverback is an adult male gorilla, typically over 12 years old and named for the distinctive patch of silver hair on his back.
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