S17·E16 A Conversation with Koko
- Episode
- Season 17, Episode 16
- Air Date
- August 8, 1999
- Runtime
- 53 minutes
- Writers
- Bonnie Brennan, Robert Visty
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Profiling the 28-year-old lowland gorilla Koko, who communicates by sign language with her mentor, Francine Patterson. Koko, who understands English, has “a good sense of humor,” says Patterson, and “a strong sense of self.” She's also seen painting and watching TV, and playing with male gorillas Michael and Ndume at Patterson's Gorilla Foundation in Northern California.
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When did Season 17 Episode 16 of Nature air?
Season 17, Episode 16 ('A Conversation with Koko') originally aired on August 8, 1999.
How long is Season 17 Episode 16 ('A Conversation with Koko')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 53 minutes.
What happens in Nature Season 17 Episode 16?
Profiling the 28-year-old lowland gorilla Koko, who communicates by sign language with her mentor, Francine Patterson. Koko, who understands English, has “a good sense of humor,” says Patterson, and “a strong sense of self.” She's also seen painting and watching TV, and playing with male gorillas Mi...
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