Two Gorillas Totally Entertained by a Caterpillar

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A fuzzy caterpillar decides to take a leisurely stroll across the bars of the gorilla enclosure at the Calgary Zoo. This puzzles the gorillas greatly, apparently.

They lean in curiously for a closer look, kind of how I imagine my grandmother would look at a computer screen or iPad. But they don't get too close -- the caterpillar needs his space, you know.

The average gorilla weighs 300-400 pounds (according to Wikipedia, anyway). The average caterpillar is way less (I tried to Google this, but no luck. Anyone?). Amazing how the big gorillas can be so sweet and enthralled by the little guy!


Thanks to Cutehead Lauren G. for sharing this cute gorillas watching a caterpillar video with us!

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Beautiful Reunion Between Gorilla and the Man Who Raised Him

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Get your tissues ready, everyone. This is another one of those beautiful reunion stories like the Christian the Lion one. (You did see that one, right? If not, go go go!)

In this video, conservationist Damian Aspinall goes in search of Kwibi, the gorilla he helped raise at his Wild Animal Park in England. He hasn't seen Kwibi since he was released into the wild five years ago.

He's warned that Kwibi is bigger and stronger now, but Damian isn't worried. He's sure his friend will remember him... And sure enough... well, you watch and see!


HUGE thanks to Cute's friend, Vanessa, for passing on this beautiful video!

Are These Gorillas Flirting?

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A couple days ago, Cute showed you some cute penguins smooching. Today, we've got an even bigger love story... gorillas!

These two are very flirtatious -- a little *wink* action, some manly posing, possibly a shy sideways glance from the (lovely?) lady... Rarrr, indeed.