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Why Koko (Probably) Couldn't Talk (Sorry) | The Deep Dive
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A long video essay arguing that Koko the gorilla probably could not actually use sign language. It examines the cherry-picked data and the lack of transparency behind the claims, drawing on published critiques.
Recommended as a thorough debunking of Koko's supposed language ability in threads about animal communication.
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