Koko Reported Dead At 46
Unfortunately, Koko very recently died. She died in her sleep on June 19, 2018. She was 46 years old. She outlived most others in her species by 10-15 years.
Koko Reported Dead At 46
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Buried Next To Her BFF
Koko was laid to rest at a grave site in Woodside, California. She was buried alongside Michael, another western lowland gorilla which came lived with Koko. The two were close friends according to researchers. Patterson said, “They were great playmates and companions. They were good together, and she loved him so much.” She also stated recently, “It just feels right to have them close.”
Buried Next To Her BFF