Jane van Lawick-Goodall - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 04, 1934 |
|---|---|
| Age | 92 |
| Birthplace | London, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Jane van Lawick-Goodall's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Groundbreaking research on chimpanzee behavior and conservation |
Intro
Jane Goodall is an English primatologist, ethologist, anthropologist, and UN Messenger of Peace best known for her pioneering research on the social and family interactions of wild chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park, Tanzania. Her work revolutionized primatology, provided profound insight into chimpanzee behavior, and significantly contributed to conservation and animal welfare movements.
Early Life & Background
Jane Goodall was born in London, England, and grew up in Bournemouth. Fascinated by animals from an early age, she was inspired by stories such as 'Tarzan' and 'The Story of Doctor Dolittle.' She worked as a secretary and saved money to travel to Africa, where she began working with Louis Leakey, leading to her landmark research project in Tanzania.
Career Highlights
- Pioneered the study of wild chimpanzees at Gombe Stream National Park, beginning in 1960.
- Discovered that chimpanzees make and use tools, a finding that challenged prevailing views of human uniqueness.
- Founded the Jane Goodall Institute in 1977 to support ongoing research and conservation.
- Named a UN Messenger of Peace in 2002.
- Authored numerous influential books, including 'In the Shadow of Man' and 'The Chimpanzees of Gombe.'
Trivia
- She was knighted as Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in 2003.
- Jane Goodall never completed an undergraduate degree but earned a PhD in ethology from the University of Cambridge.
- She is a strong advocate for environmental education via the Roots & Shoots youth program founded in 1991.
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Jane van Lawick-Goodall is 92 years old.
Jane van Lawick-Goodall was born the 4 March 1934.
London, England.
On Her Birth-Day
About March 4th, 1934, in brief:
- Day of the week: March 4th, 1934 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Wheels of Destiny directed by Alan James
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