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Thursday, February 02, 2012

13.7: Cosmos And Culture

A Famous Gorilla Plays The Recorder, And We All May Learn Something

 Koko with a recorder

February 2, 2012 When Koko the gorilla plays tones on a recorder, she skillfully controls her breathing patterns. Commentator Barbara J. King explains why this is unexpected for a gorilla — and what it may mean for challenging ourselves to learn new skills throughout life.

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