Who encouraged Dian Fossey to work in Rwanda?
Louis Leakey
Jane Goodall
David Attenborough
George Schaller
Answer
Louis Leakey, a renowned anthropologist, encouraged Dian Fossey to work in Rwanda. He recognized her passion for animals and her strong determination. Leakey believed that Fossey's unique skills and dedication would be invaluable in studying the endangered mountain gorillas in the Virunga Mountains. He provided her with the necessary resources and guidance, setting her on the path to becoming a leading primatologist and conservationist.
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