Koko, the western lowland gorilla who peacefully passed away in her sleep at the age of 46, left an indelible mark on the world, becoming an icon for animal empathy and communication. Twice gracing the cover of National Geographic magazine, Koko's life was a testament to the extraordinary depth of emotions and intelligence present in the animal kingdom. Known for her … [Read more...] about The Profound Legacy of Koko the Gorilla: A Remarkable Journey of Empathy and Communication
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Orphaned gorilla, famous for viral selfie, dies in the arms of her human rescuer
Sometimes animals become orphaned, and rely on the kindness of humans for survival. Thankfully, there are many people who devote their lives to taking care of these animals, and can become like a parent to them. The trust between these animals and their caretakers was exemplified in one viral photo, which showed two orphaned gorillas posing for a “selfie” with one of … [Read more...] about Orphaned gorilla, famous for viral selfie, dies in the arms of her human rescuer
37 years ago, Jambo the Gorilla made headlines all over the world
Exactly 37 years ago, in 1986, 5-year-old Levan Merritt visited to the zoo with his brothers and parents. But what was meant to be a nice day quickly turned into a nightmare that the family would recall for the rest of their lives... The day started off nicely. They walked around and enjoyed seeing all the animals. It was now time to visit the large, imposing … [Read more...] about 37 years ago, Jambo the Gorilla made headlines all over the world
This orphaned baby gorilla was raised by the zookeeper who saved his life — now he has a new mom
Gorillas are one of the closest animal relatives to humans, and raising a baby gorilla is a lot like raising a human baby. That’s what one heartwarming story from last year showed, when an Australian zookeeper stepped up to care for a baby gorilla rejected by its mother. Now, there’s been a sweet update to that story, as the baby gorilla has a new adopted mom. Kaius’ … [Read more...] about This orphaned baby gorilla was raised by the zookeeper who saved his life — now he has a new mom
Gentle Giants: Silverback Gorilla and His Son Intrigued by a Tiny Visitor
In the heart of Higashiyama Zoo, Nagoya, Japan, a heartwarming and humorous scene unfolded within the gorilla enclosure. Silverback Shabani and his son, Kiyomasa, were captivated by an unexpected guest - a tiny caterpillar making its way across the floor. The curious duo watched intently as the caterpillar shuffled along, seemingly fascinated by its every move. Shabani, a … [Read more...] about Gentle Giants: Silverback Gorilla and His Son Intrigued by a Tiny Visitor