How Strong Are Gorillas? - Discover Here! - AnimalWised

Even though a gorilla is evidently stronger than the average human being, many people might think there are exceptions. There are famous body builders, wrestlers, MMA fighters and other combatants who might seem to be as strong as a gorilla. However, even the average gorilla weighs around 143 kg (315 lb), but can weigh up to 310 kg (683 lb) in captivity. To give in idea of how much this is, the wrestler Kane weighs 147 kg (323 lb) and is 7 ft tall.

There are many other factors. A gorilla's height is much shorter than a human being's average. However, their arm reach is much longer. This means even a strong human being would find it very difficult to get a punch in. Both humans and gorillas have opposable thumbs. This means they are able to grapple and hold an opponent in a fight. If a human was to fall to the ground, there is very little chance of a human being able to escape.

Another major factor is that a gorilla has a much thicker skull and thicker skin than a human being. A punch from a human being would not be able to break the thickness of their skull and it would be much more difficult to inflict damage. Human beings need to wear clothes to protect themselves from the elements and other dangers. Gorillas have their thick skin and fur which is designed to help protect them from wild predators.

Mobility is also an important factor when considering a human vs. gorilla altercation. Not only are gorillas stronger, but they are closer to the ground. A lower center of gravity makes them much harder to knock off balance. Although a gorilla's legs are comparatively shorter, they are fast moving animals. In the jungle, they can navigate around tress and obstacles much better.

A gorilla also has a large mouth with long fangs. Human beings could not do much damage by biting into the thick skin of a gorilla. A gorilla could used their powerful jaws and sharp teeth to rip into a human being's flesh.

Finally, a gorilla is not only stronger pound for pound than a human being, but they are a wild animal. They have a fighting instinct which even the most well-trained human fighter can only emulate. If asking who would win in a one-on-one fight between a gorilla and a human, the answer is unequivocally a gorilla.