Alpha Gorilla is Dad of the Year

- [Narrator] This male has been very successful. He's ruled his group of 14 for six years. He's in the prime of his life. But not everybody shows him the respect he deserves. (grunting) (banging) (leaves rustling) (grunting) (growling) There really is no escape. (grunting) He's a climbing frame. A drum. (banging) A trampoline. He's a jungle gym. (leaves rustling) But his tolerance could be a deliberate tactic. The latest research shows that for an alpha male, there's more to success than just aggressive displays of power. He's strong. But also gentle. (grunting) Attentive. Even playful. The females seem to find his softer side irresistible.

Channel: Nature on PBS

Views: 2,059,052

Keywords: NATURE, PBS NATURE, PBS, PRIMATES, Mini-series, Wildlife, wildlife film, animal, animals, monkeys, monkey, funny animals, gorilla, alpha male, father, calm dad, best dad, gorillas, mountain gorilla, cute animals

Id: w5ZXH1VkILY

Length: 3min 16sec (196 seconds)

Published: Fri Oct 30 2020