According to the Gorilla Foundation, which monitored her care, Koko, the gorilla whose apparent mastery of sign language won her admirers from all over the world, passed away in her sleep on Tuesday morning in California. She was 46. Koko's early proficiency in American Sign Language helped her become an instant star when she was young. As Koko, a western lowland gorilla, … [Read more...] about Koko the Gorilla, Who Knew Sign Language and Was Friends with Mr. Rogers, Passes Away at Age 46
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These Three Silverback Gorilla Brothers Guard a Group of 22 Female Gorillas
Silverback mountain gorillas are formidable beasts. A band of females and youngsters is usually led by one adult male. Males who are not accompanied by a flock of females move alone or in small groups. Multiple adult men in these family bands are unusual; nonetheless, one group in Rwanda is a beautiful example of brotherly love. The dominating male Musilikale leads the family … [Read more...] about These Three Silverback Gorilla Brothers Guard a Group of 22 Female Gorillas
A Zoo Gorilla Shares A Sweet Moment With A Tiny Visitor In His Enclosure
"Aww, they're friends!" Guest Alex Phillips noticed something unexpected while visiting the gorilla area at the Detroit Zoo the other day. It was a sweet insight into an odd friendship. Phillips noticed a wild groundhog burrowing her way into the gorilla enclosure while looking into the gorilla enclosure. She'd come out of the grassy ground to have a look … [Read more...] about A Zoo Gorilla Shares A Sweet Moment With A Tiny Visitor In His Enclosure
Orphaned Baby Gorilla Cuddles Up To Its Caregiver Upon Their Rescue
After being rescued in Cameroon, an orphaned baby gorilla cuddled up to his caregiver in this sweet moment. The gorilla, named Bobga, has been transferred to the Limbe Wildlife Centre, where he is being adored and cared for by nursery workers. And these photos show Bobga clearly bonding with them, as he is seen getting into the lap of caregiver Alvin Muma. Laura … [Read more...] about Orphaned Baby Gorilla Cuddles Up To Its Caregiver Upon Their Rescue
Robin Williams Helped Koko The Gorilla Laugh For The First Time in 6 Months, Following The Loss of Her Childhood Buddy
Koko allegedly signed "tear" after she learned of Robin Williams' death in 2014. His performance made us chuckle, and we fell in love with his sense of humor. Robin Williams had achieved fame as an actor, but it was his humility that was most respected. Everyone in his presence felt it, and when he first saw Koko, the gorilla, he saw that it was true even for … [Read more...] about Robin Williams Helped Koko The Gorilla Laugh For The First Time in 6 Months, Following The Loss of Her Childhood Buddy