Legendary Primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall Dies at 91
Renowned primatologist and conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, has passed away at the age of 91. She died from natural causes while on a speaking tour in California, leaving behind a legacy that spans over six decades of dedicated work for wildlife and environmental conservation.
Dr. Goodall was born in London in 1934 and began her groundbreaking research on chimpanzees in the 1960s. Her discovery that chimpanzees use tools challenged the then-prevailing notion of human exceptionalism and brought significant changes to scientific understanding of our closest relatives.
In 1977, she founded the Jane Goodall Institute, which has since grown into a global force for chimpanzee conservation and community-centered environmental protection. The institute operates in over 27 countries, supporting local communities and promoting sustainable practices.
Dr. Goodall's commitment to inspiring action for the planet was evident in her later years. She remained active in her ninth decade, giving over 300 speeches a year to urge audiences to fight for nature. Her message emphasized the importance of individual actions and the danger of apathy in preserving the planet. She also launched the Roots & Shoots program in 1991, mobilizing millions of young people worldwide to design projects for animals, people, and the planet.
Dr. Goodall's impact on the world of conservation and primatology is immeasurable. She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in the United States in 2025, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the nation and the planet. Her legacy lives on through the Jane Goodall Institute and the countless lives she has inspired to protect and preserve our planet.
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