How Gorillas And Traditional Healers May Inspire Breakthroughs in Medicine

The findings suggest that these plants may lead to the development of new treatments. A new study has scientists thinking that the self-medicating behavior of gorillas may provide clues for future drug discovery. By studying the plants eaten by wild gorillas, researchers in Gabon have discovered four tropical plants used by local healers with potential […]
One of the world’s oldest gorillas dies at California zoo 20 years past life expectancy
One of the oldest male gorillas living in a US zoo has died at the age of 52. The gorilla, named Winston, lived at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in California for about 20 years longer than the average lifespan. The park announced the gorilla’s death on July 13, noting that he had been […]
Toronto Zoo tells visitors to quit showing phone videos to gorillas
The Toronto Zoo is urging visitors to stop showing cell phone videos of gorillas, as some unmoderated content can be “upsetting” and even addictive to primates. . “We just want gorillas to be gorillas,” said animal behavior control supervisor Holly Ross. CP24 last Thursday. “And when our guests come to the zoo, they can see […]