They Say There Behave Like Humans, See A Gorilla Working Out (Photo)

A huge gorilla showed off his impressive strength with a workout that put even the most committed gym-goers to shame.

13-yar-old Kivu, a western lowland gorilla, did not let his size stop him as he climbed, swung and flexed in his own private gym.

Using a wooden platform to hold on to he easily completed a set of pull-ups.

A spokesman for Paignton Zoo said: 'Kivu is very playful.

'As well as his climbing frame, he also likes to sit inside large blue plastic barrels and glare at visitors close-up through the windows. 

'It is wonderful to see the gorillas flex their muscles. We should respect the wild world and when you see Kivu like this it reminds you what superb creatures they are. 

'It is one reason we have zoos, so people can see wild animals they wouldn't normally be able to and be utterly amazed at their size, strength, and character.'

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