Gong Qingbing

Chinaanimal caretakerMale9.0Global Dominance: 0.03%

Gong Qingbing is a dedicated animal caretaker who has spent 22 years feeding and monitoring a population of wild macaques in the Xiao Sanxia scenic area of Wushan County, Chongqing, China. Known as the 'Monkey Commander,' he utilizes a distinctive whistle to communicate with the monkeys, ensuring their well-being and fostering a harmonious coexistence between the local human population and the wildlife. His efforts have contributed to the significant increase in the macaque population, which has rebounded from fewer than 100 individuals around the year 2000 to several thousand today.