Zola the Gorilla can Seriously Bust a Move
Robert Acton — June 23, 2011 — Pop Culture
References: calgaryzoo & vancouversun
It looks as though the Calgary Zoo has a smooth moving star on its hands with Zola the gorilla. This 8-year-old western lowland gorilla might need a talent agent after a video was posted on YouTube showing the gorilla busting out some pretty sweet moves inside his enclosure.
Zookeepers captured Zola the gorilla spinning, sliding and splashing through a puddle late last week and later added some music to accompany the already amusing clip.
The zoo officials say the puddle was added to the enclosure as part of the zoo's enrichment program after noticing Zola and the other gorillas enjoyed spending time in the water. Not surprisingly, Zola the gorilla came to the Calgary Zoo two years ago from New York city, the original birthplace of breakdance.
Zookeepers captured Zola the gorilla spinning, sliding and splashing through a puddle late last week and later added some music to accompany the already amusing clip.
The zoo officials say the puddle was added to the enclosure as part of the zoo's enrichment program after noticing Zola and the other gorillas enjoyed spending time in the water. Not surprisingly, Zola the gorilla came to the Calgary Zoo two years ago from New York city, the original birthplace of breakdance.
Trend Themes
1. Animal Virality - The popularity of videos featuring animals showcasing uncommon talents creates opportunities for brands to leverage this trend for marketing and advertising campaigns.
2. Enrichment Programs - The success of the zoo's enrichment program highlights the potential for businesses in the entertainment and leisure industry to develop similar programs to enhance customer experiences and engagement.
3. Cross-cultural Influences - Zola's breakdancing skills, influenced by his time in New York City, showcase the potential for cross-cultural exchanges to inspire innovative ideas across industries, such as fashion, music, and art.
Industry Implications
1. Social Media Marketing - Brands can leverage the popularity of videos featuring animals with uncommon talents to create engaging content for social media platforms and increase brand visibility.
2. Entertainment and Leisure - Developing enrichment programs, like the zoo's, can enhance customer experiences and drive revenue for businesses in the entertainment and leisure industry.
3. Creative Industries - Cross-cultural influences, like Zola's breakdancing skills, can inspire innovation in creative industries such as fashion, music, and art.
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