zoologists

Portrays the experiences of the American woman zoologist who came to Central Africa in 1966 to study the mountain gorillas.

Describes the life and work of Ann Haven Morgan, who studied, taught, and wrote about the animals of ponds and streams and the importance of an ecological approach to conservation. Includes related activities.

Presents a personal profile of primatologist Jane Goodall, discussing her childhood in France and England, the influences that led her to a career observing and studying chimpanzees in Africa, her marriages and child, and the causes and charities she supported in later life.

A biography of the zoologist, discussing her personal life as well as her work with chimpanzees at the Gombe Stream Reserve in Tanzania.

Describes the life and work of Birut? Galdikas, a prominent researcher of the behavior of orangutans in the wild.

Explores the life of Australian conservationist and television host Steve Irwin, discussing his influences, obstacles, and achievements; and includes a discussion of biography writing.

Chronicles the life and work of Joy Adamson, who is best known for her relationship with a lion cub, described in her book "Born Free.".

A biography of conservationist Dian Fossey, who studied and learned to communicate with mountain gorillas in Africa.

Describes the work of Charles Jonkel, a biologist who studied polar bears in the Arctic and primarily in Churchill, Manitoba.