Kiyomasa the gorilla goes viral after dispute with mate

On June 9, 2026, a video of a 13-year-old male gorilla named Kiyomasa went viral after he was filmed sitting alone in a Japanese zoo. According to reports, the gorilla had been expelled from his enclosure by his female mate following a disagreement. The video shows Kiyomasa in a contemplative posture, which many social media users compared to a human deep in thought. Kiyomasa is the son of the famous gorilla Shabani, who previously gained global attention for his appearance. While some viewers anthropomorphized the behavior, attributing it to regret over a fight, observers noted the animal's distinct facial expressions. The clip sparked widespread engagement as users identified with the gorilla's solitary state after a domestic dispute. The animal eventually returned to his group after the period of isolation.