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Famous Naturalists and Conservationists

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Dian Fossey

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Studied and worked on the conservation of mountain gorillas in Rwanda. Founded the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International.

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Gifford Pinchot

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First Chief of the U.S. Forest Service and advocate for the sustainable management of natural resources. He coined the term 'conservation ethic'.

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Theodore Roosevelt

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26th president of the United States. Established numerous national parks, forests, and monuments to preserve wildlife and natural resources.

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Wangari Maathai

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Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Founded the Green Belt Movement in Kenya, which focuses on tree planting, conservation, and women's rights.

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George Schaller

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A field biologist famous for his studies of mountain gorillas, tigers, and pandas. His emphasis on fieldwork has influenced conservation practices worldwide.

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Charles Darwin

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Developed the theory of natural selection and evolution by means of natural selection. Wrote 'On the Origin of Species' which transformed the way we understand biological diversity.

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John Muir

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Known as 'Father of the National Parks' in the United States. Co-founded the Sierra Club and played a crucial role in the creation of Yosemite National Park.

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David Attenborough

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Broadcaster and natural historian who has presented the 'Life' series of wildlife documentaries. Advocates for conservation through education and mass media.

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Chico Mendes

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Brazilian rubber tapper, trade union leader, and environmentalist who fought to preserve the Amazon rainforest. His activism led to the idea of 'extractive reserves'.

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Jane Goodall

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Renowned for her work with chimpanzees in Tanzania. Advocated for conservation and animal welfare rights. Founded the Jane Goodall Institute.

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Aldo Leopold

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Wrote 'A Sand County Almanac' and promoted the land ethic concept. His philosophy was influential in modern environmental ethics and wilderness conservation.

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E. O. Wilson

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Biologist and naturalist known for his work on ant ecology, biodiversity, and biophilia. Advocated for the conservation of half the Earth's land and sea to preserve biodiversity.

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Steve Irwin

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Known as 'The Crocodile Hunter', he was a passionate conservationist, zookeeper, and television personality who worked to educate people about wildlife.

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Roger Tory Peterson

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Naturalist, ornithologist, artist, and educator known for his pioneering work on bird field guides. His guides have educated millions on birds and conservation.

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Rachel Carson

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Wrote 'Silent Spring', which led to public awareness of environmental issues and the eventual ban of DDT. Known as the mother of the modern environmental movement.

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Margaret Murie

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Often called the 'Grandmother of the Conservation Movement', she was instrumental in passing the Wilderness Act and helped create the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

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Sir Peter Scott

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Known for founding the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Also recognized for his work on conservation wetlands and wildfowl.

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Sylvia Earle

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Marine biologist, explorer, and author known for her research on marine algae and her advocacy for marine conservation. She was the first female chief scientist of NOAA.

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Marlin Perkins

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Host of the television show 'Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom'. He brought wildlife and conservation awareness to the homes of millions through television.

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Carl Linnaeus

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A Swedish botanist, physician, and zoologist, who laid the foundations for the modern biological naming scheme of binomial nomenclature. Considered the father of modern taxonomy.

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