Toronto Zoo Appeals for Visitors to Stop Showing Cell Phone Videos to Gorillas

The Toronto Zoo is requesting visitors to refrain from showing gorillas cell phone videos, as the unmoderated content can be upsetting and addictive to the primates. Signs have been posted to remind visitors not to show the animals any videos or photos, as it can affect their behavior and relationships within their family. One gorilla, Nassir, is particularly susceptible to videos and screen time. While the zoo does play videos for the gorillas, they carefully select the content to ensure it is appropriate. The zoo aims to allow the gorillas to be gorillas and connect with visitors on a natural level.