Silverback
noun
The dominant, older, male gorilla in a group, recognized by the patch of silver hair on its back.
The silverback gorilla is the head of the group, and he makes all the decisions.
Often appears as...
- silverback gorilla
- dominant silverback
noun
The dominant, older, male gorilla in a group, recognized by the patch of silver hair on its back.
The silverback gorilla is the head of the group, and he makes all the decisions.
Often appears as...
- silverback gorilla
- dominant silverback
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Pro Tip 1/3Gorilla Leadership
Indicates the most powerful male gorilla, like a tribe chief or king in human societies.
The young gorillas challenge each other, but none dare to confront the silverback.
Pro Tip 2/3Age Signifier
'Silverback' suggests the gorilla is older since the silver hair develops with age.
You can guess the silverback's age by the breadth of his silver patch.
Pro Tip 3/3Protector Role
A silverback protects the group, enforcing social rules and fending off threats.
During the excursion, we watched the silverback stand guard over his family.
Pro Tip 1/3Gorilla Leadership
Indicates the most powerful male gorilla, like a tribe chief or king in human societies.
The young gorillas challenge each other, but none dare to confront the silverback.
Pro Tip 2/3Age Signifier
'Silverback' suggests the gorilla is older since the silver hair develops with age.
You can guess the silverback's age by the breadth of his silver patch.
Pro Tip 3/3Protector Role
A silverback protects the group, enforcing social rules and fending off threats.
During the excursion, we watched the silverback stand guard over his family.
Pro Tip 1/3Gorilla Leadership
Indicates the most powerful male gorilla, like a tribe chief or king in human societies.
The young gorillas challenge each other, but none dare to confront the silverback.
Pro Tip 2/3Age Signifier
'Silverback' suggests the gorilla is older since the silver hair develops with age.
You can guess the silverback's age by the breadth of his silver patch.
Pro Tip 3/3Protector Role
A silverback protects the group, enforcing social rules and fending off threats.
During the excursion, we watched the silverback stand guard over his family.
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Rare Gorillas Caught on...
cross river gorillas are recorded making their way along a forest path it's a rare glimpse of these animals seldom observed even by scientists who study them at one point a silverback runs through the group producing a
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Meet This Family of...
This is just... one of the most fantastic moments of my life. I can't believe I'm sitting here surrounded by mountain gorillas. And right in front of me is the silverback. He's the dominant male.
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Gorilla vs. Gorilla PIPE...
hair a symbol of his dominance at more than 300 pounds this silverback rules a harem of unrelated females and family members on any given day several groups may share the bye in peace but the
Video examples
Gorilla vs. Gorilla PIPE...
hair a symbol of his dominance at more than 300 pounds this silverback rules a harem of unrelated females and family members on any given day several groups may share the bye in peace but the
Video examples
Gorilla vs. Gorilla PIPE...
than 300 pounds this silverback rules a harem of unrelated females and family members on any given day several groups may share the bye in peace but the equilibrium is fragile here and easily
Video examples
Gorilla vs. Gorilla PIPE...
hair a symbol of his dominance at more than 300 pounds this silverback rules a harem of unrelated females and family members on any given day several groups may share the bye in peace but the
Video examples
The Brave Gorilla King PIPE...
the old leader is wise and he's brave in a rare display of strength he shows the intruder his intent silverback king titus isn't going to give up his group without a fight
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Gorilla shows Steve...
until you get a good look at this guy. This is the silverback, the dominant male, And I have to say there are very few more impressive animals in the whole world.
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Playful Adult Gorilla PIPE...
crossroads in his life marimbo is really at that age where he needs to start being a big mature silverback but at the same time he still likes to play one of
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Survival Guide: Gorilla...
the strength of several men gorilla troops are normally shy and peaceful but the dominant male called a silverback will defend his territory if provoked
Video examples
Rare Gorillas Caught on...
cross river gorillas are recorded making their way along a forest path it's a rare glimpse of these animals seldom observed even by scientists who study them at one point a silverback runs through the group producing a
Video examples
Meet This Family of...
This is just... one of the most fantastic moments of my life. I can't believe I'm sitting here surrounded by mountain gorillas. And right in front of me is the silverback. He's the dominant male.
Video examples
Gorilla vs. Gorilla PIPE...
hair a symbol of his dominance at more than 300 pounds this silverback rules a harem of unrelated females and family members on any given day several groups may share the bye in peace but the
Video examples
Gorilla vs. Gorilla PIPE...
hair a symbol of his dominance at more than 300 pounds this silverback rules a harem of unrelated females and family members on any given day several groups may share the bye in peace but the
Video examples
Gorilla vs. Gorilla PIPE...
than 300 pounds this silverback rules a harem of unrelated females and family members on any given day several groups may share the bye in peace but the equilibrium is fragile here and easily
Video examples
Gorilla vs. Gorilla PIPE...
hair a symbol of his dominance at more than 300 pounds this silverback rules a harem of unrelated females and family members on any given day several groups may share the bye in peace but the
Video examples
The Brave Gorilla King PIPE...
the old leader is wise and he's brave in a rare display of strength he shows the intruder his intent silverback king titus isn't going to give up his group without a fight
Video examples
Gorilla shows Steve...
until you get a good look at this guy. This is the silverback, the dominant male, And I have to say there are very few more impressive animals in the whole world.
Video examples
Playful Adult Gorilla PIPE...
crossroads in his life marimbo is really at that age where he needs to start being a big mature silverback but at the same time he still likes to play one of
Video examples
Survival Guide: Gorilla...
the strength of several men gorilla troops are normally shy and peaceful but the dominant male called a silverback will defend his territory if provoked
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Quote examples
Dwayne Johnson
American Actor
If you ever see The Rock working out in the gym, don't think you can just go up and disturb his workout and expect him to take a picture. He's there to work, so kindly just pass the silverback on by or he'll rip your face off.
Quote examples
Dwayne Johnson
American Actor
If you ever see The Rock working out in the gym, don't think you can just go up and disturb his workout and expect him to take a picture. He's there to work, so kindly just pass the silverback on by or he'll rip your face off.
Example 1 of 1
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