With terminology like “ape”, “great ape”, “monkey”, “primate”, and “gorilla” all meaning distinctly different things, it is hard to keep track of what’s what. Watch as we examine the key differences that distinguish apes from gorillas. What does it mean to be an ape vs. gorilla? Let’s find out!
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