Life Inside The Ituri Rainforest

Their home, the Ituri rainforest, stretches across a dense tangle of jungle and rivers in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The weather is generally wet and humid, and the forest is home to an abundance of wildlife. While filled with plenty of provision, it also presents its challenges.

The Forest Is Family

The Mbuti actually consider the forest to be their parent. They call it “mother” or “father” depending on how they feel. It feeds them, shelters them, and keeps them safe—which is why they worship it.