Dian Fossey
Dian Fossey was an American primatologist and conservationist known for her extensive study and protection of mountain gorillas in Rwanda. Her groundbreaking research and advocacy brought global attention to the plight of these endangered animals and inspired conservation efforts, although her life was tragically cut short in 1985.
Born on Jan 16, 1932 (94 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Slovenia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,959 | $56,000 | 53$ |
| Totals | 1 | 2,078,938 | 1,959 | $56,000 | 53$ |
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Slovenia:
The film Gorile v megli presented the tragic story of Dian Fossey.
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Slovenia:
Dian Fossey was one of the three women chosen by Louis Leakey to study great apes in their natural environment.
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Canada:
Goodall created a path for a string of other women to follow suit, including the late Dian Fossey.
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Uruguay:
Dian Fossey is one of the prominent female primatologists who followed in Goodall's footsteps.
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Kenya:
She became the first of three women he chose to study great apes in the wild, alongside American Dian Fossey (gorillas).
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United States:
Dian Fossey studied gorillas while Jane Goodall focused on chimpanzees as part of Louis Leakey's research team.
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United Kingdom:
Dian Fossey was murdered in 1985 during her campaign against poachers.
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Taiwan:
Dian Fossey was an American primatologist and conservationist who gained global renown for her research on gorillas.
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New Zealand:
A picture of Dian Fossey's celebrated movie Gorillas in the Mist takes pride of place in Donna Swift's living room.
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Spain:
Dian Fossey is known for her work with gorillas and has been a key figure in primatology.
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