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Koko : The Gorilla Who Talks

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In 1971, Penny Patterson began teaching sign language to a gorilla named Koko, unaware that this relationship would define both their lives. More than 40 years later, Koko continues to redraw the line between people and animals. Koko died in June 2018 at the age of 46.

03/09/2019

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Arizona PBS Previews is a local public television program presented by Arizona PBS

Arizona PBS Previews

Koko : The Gorilla Who Talks

Preview | 20s

In 1971, Penny Patterson began teaching sign language to a gorilla named Koko, unaware that this relationship would define both their lives. More than 40 years later, Koko continues to redraw the line between people and animals. Koko died in June 2018 at the age of 46.

03/09/2019

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