Dian Fossey (primatologist)

Dian Fossey was an American primatologist and conservationist renowned for her groundbreaking work with mountain gorillas in Rwanda. She dedicated nearly 20 years to studying their behavior and social structures, often living among them in the jungle. Her extensive research highlighted the threats gorillas faced, including poaching and habitat destruction. Fossey founded the Karisoke Research Center and became a fierce advocate for gorilla conservation. Tragically, she was murdered in 1985, and her legacy continues to inspire wildlife protection efforts worldwide, emphasizing the need for understanding and preserving our closest animal relatives.