Video shows that the life of gorilla moms isn’t easy (Instagram @discover.gorilla)
Motherhood in the animal kingdom comes with its challenges, and a charming and amusing video is going viral, showcasing the daily life of a gorilla mom and her energetic baby.
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While the baby, likely only a few months old, is bursting with energy—jumping around its mom and running back and forth—the scene highlights the contrast with the calmness—or exhaustion—of the mother, who remains still, simply observing her little one’s antics.
The footage humorously illustrates the effort mothers put into keeping up with the boundless energy of their offspring. Even without showing the same enthusiasm, the gorilla mom seems patient with the contagious excitement of her baby, demonstrating that, just like humans, animal moms face daily challenges in caring for their young.
The scene has delighted viewers, who resonated with the mother’s fatigue while enjoying the baby’s exuberance. “The patience of this gorilla mom is admirable!,” commented one user. “What contagious joy!!!,” added another. “It’s all fun until the patience runs out!,” joked a third.
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