There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
(01-09-2019, 05:15 AM)brotherbear Wrote: We might get some idea with nothing more than a very heavy tire swing on heavy ropes. But this of course could give us no true measurements when a gorilla lifts it. As for the rude letter I received in response to my request, I considered that it was read and answered by an individual. Evidently not a very open-minded person or someone who had just experienced a bad day.
Yes, maximum strength test is something maybe not nice to think about. But when knowing exact weight of something and seeing how animal handle it can give quite good idea what kind of capabilities it have. Some animals like elephants give good information when flipping over cars, breaking trees, flipping rhinos and hippos over when bad day... but not all.