Gorilla Kept Stacking Tires Every Morning — Then His Caretaker Finally Figured Out Why

Growing Safety Concerns

With the spectacle came problems. Boba became fiercely protective of the tires, especially if anyone came close while he was building.

He bared his teeth at other gorillas, banged the ground, and even lunged at keepers through the fence. The director, already uneasy, warned that safety for staff and visitors was paramount.