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Animal OdditiesApr 30, 2026

Koko and All Ball

Koko and All Ball In 1984, a gorilla named Koko picked out a kitten. She signed its name: All Ball. She carried it like a baby. Tried to nurse it. Months later, the kitten was hit by a car. Koko signed 'cry,' 'sleep,' 'cat.'

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