I extend my condolences to the friends of Koko who passed away , Koko was the gorilla that mastered American Sign Language and helped us two species understand each other better. This is a #Repost @kokoandthegorillafoundation ・・・ The Gorilla Foundation is sad to announce the passing of our beloved Koko. Koko — the gorilla known for her extraordinary mastery of sign language, and as the primary ambassador for her endangered species — passed away Tuesday morning in her sleep at the age of 46. Koko touched the lives of millions as an ambassador for all gorillas and an icon for interspecies communication and empathy. She was beloved and will be deeply missed. For more information please visit our website. #kokolove #RIPKoko #KokoRIP #Koko #Gorilla