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Koko, the Loving Gorilla Who Knew ASL, Has Died at 46

Koko, born Hanabi-ko (Japanese for 'fireworks child' due to her birth on the fourth of July in 1971) was a western low land gorilla born at the San Fransisco Zoo. She was chosen for a language research project from birth by psychologist Francine "Penny" Patterson, which tested gorillas' cognitive abilities by teaching Koko ASL (American Sign Language).

Koko, born Hanabi-ko (Japanese for 'fireworks child' due to her birth on the fourth of July in 1971) was a western low land gorilla born at the San Fransisco Zoo. She was chosen for a language research project from birth by psychologist Francine "Penny" Patterson, which tested gorillas' cognitive abilities by teaching Koko ASL (American Sign Language).

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11 GIFS of Robin Williams Being Awesome and Inspiring

In response to news that beloved actor and comedian Robin Williams has checked himself into a rehab clinic to maintain his ongoing sobriety, we're binging on the happier moments he's brought his audience.

In response to news that beloved actor and comedian Robin Williams has checked himself into a rehab clinic to maintain his ongoing sobriety, we're binging on the happier moments he's brought his audience.