Gorillas inventing new language

[Debi]

Gorillas Have Invented A Unique Vocalization to Get Zookeepers' Attention

In a fascinating discovery, western lowland gorillas (Gorilla gorilla gorilla) at Zoo Atlanta have been caught summoning their keepers using a strange cough-sneeze hybrid.

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[Selectric]

I think any animal when exposed to people for periods of time will learn ways to get our attention. We are creatures of habit as much as they are.

 

[Lynne]

I think any animal when exposed to people for periods of time will learn ways to get our attention. We are creatures of habit as much as they are.

I agree. I think they are really stretching the language thing. It looks more like an attention getter. However they are intelligent beings and deserve better than to live behind bars. So sad.