Died the gorilla Koko, who could communicate in sign language
She was 46 years old.
In Woodside, California, died the world’s most famous gorilla named Koko. According to animal psychology and the founder of the organization The Gorilla Foundation, Francine Patterson, Koko died of natural causes in her sleep.
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Gorilla born at the zoo San Francisco in 1971 and from an early age, Patterson was engaged in education and training. She became her “foster mom” and was with her throughout life.
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At the age of seven years, the gorilla appeared on the cover of National Geographic magazine, photographing herself in the mirror.
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Coco was extremely communicative and was even able to joke. She was friendly with many celebrities among her favorites included actor Robin Williams, who was funny and bassist Red Hot Chili Peppers ‘ flea, who taught her to play guitar.
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