Silverback gorillas are somewhat renowned for their powerful arms and legs. In many cases, males use their brute strength in an effort to display dominance. These displays can be used to keep less ...

OMAHA, Neb. (WHAS11) -- Silverback gorilla males can grow to weigh more than 500 pounds and be as tall as six feet. The strongest among them become alpha's, essentially the leaders of other gorillas.

Infant primates must achieve 2times the developmental speed of humans to survive their environment. Reaching the 15-year milestone creates immediate social challenges for Silverback males within the ...