Skip to content

Gorilla myths about humans

Along the same lines as this story.

These myths below have been circulating in the gorilla community for years. It’s time to debunk them.

Myth: Humans are bloodthirsty and violent.

Fact: Humans are more interested in money and commercial success. While not inherently bloodthirsty or violent, humans will use those tactics to achieve money and success.

Myth: Male humans are aggressive and dangerous.

Fact: Male humans alone are not aggressive or dangerous. But groups of male humans are are very dangerous. It’s advised that you stay far away from any group of 3 or more male humans.

Myth: Male humans yell at sports on TV in anger.

Fact: This type of interaction with the TV is used to intimidate rivals, to play around, or to impress potential mates.

Myth: Humans in captivity are brought from Africa.

Fact: It has been illegal to capture humans and bring them into captivity for more than 140 years.

Post a Comment

Your email is never published nor shared.