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Jane Goodall, Pioneering Primatologist and Conservationist, Dies at 91

Jane Goodall revolutionized primatology with groundbreaking chimpanzee studies and founded a global conservation institute operating in over 60 countries, leaving an enduring legacy.

  • Jane Goodall, a pioneering primatologist and conservationist, died at the age of 91 from natural causes, according to the Jane Goodall Institute.
  • Leonardo DiCaprio praised Goodall as a "dear friend" and a "hero," highlighting her impact on conservation.
  • Goodall's groundbreaking research on chimpanzees began in Tanzania in 1960, discovering that they use tools and challenging previous beliefs about animal behavior.
  • Her work fundamentally changed human understanding of animal emotions and behavior, establishing a deep connection between humans and animals.
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NBC LA broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
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