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Jun 3, 2023 · Koko, a famous gorilla who learned sign language and English, died in 2018 at age 46. Her caretaker Francine Patterson said she signed "patient" and "old" before she passed away in her sleep.
Koko was taught over 1,100 ASL signs by her instructor and caregiver Francine Patterson. She also understood more than 2,000 words in the English language and would regularly convey her thoughts and emotions into sign language. Her message from the video reads: “I am gorilla… I am flowers, animals. I am nature. Man Koko love. Earth Koko love.
Hanabiko "Koko" (July 4, 1971 – June 19, 2018) was a female western lowland gorilla. Koko was born in San Francisco Zoo, and lived most of her life at The Gorilla Foundation's preserve in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The name "Hanabiko" (花火子), lit.
Jul 27, 2022 · CLAIM: Video shows Koko, a famous gorilla who learned and communicated with sign language, delivering her “last words to humanity,” which involved saying people needed to “fix,” “help,” and “protect” Earth.
Nov 12, 2023 · Gorillas aren’t supposed to learn sign language and spend their lives with humans as Koko did. There’s a video of Koko, which people present as “Koko’s final message to humanity.”
Jun 28, 2023 · Koko's final words were "hugs and kisses". These words are a reminder of Koko's love for humans and her compassion for all living things. They also speak to the importance of...
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Jun 21, 2018 · Koko, the famous gorilla who mastered sign language, died in 2018 at age 46. Learn about her achievements, personality, and the impact of her research on animal communication and conservation.
