Jane Goodall, the leading expert on chimpanzees worldwide, interacts with chimpanzee Nana on June 6, 2004, at the zoo in Magdeburg, Germany. The British primatologist initiated her groundbreaking research on chimpanzees over 40 years ago in Tanzania.
British primatologist Jane Goodall ties the knot with wildlife photographer Hugo Arndt Rodolf, Baron van Lawick (1937 – 2002) at the Chelsea Old Church in London on March 28, 1964. Their paths crossed in Tanzania where Goodall was engrossed in studying chimpanzees.
Scientist Jane Goodall observes a chimpanzee’s behavior during her research on February 15, 1987, in Tanzania.
Jane Goodall, accompanied by her mascot Mr. H., visits the USA to advocate for chimp conservation and to promote a new Animal Planet documentary on her work in Silver Spring, Md. on March 4, 2004. At 70 years old, she remains dedicated to the preservation and study of our closest relatives. Since 1990, her focus has shifted towards ape conservation. Mr. H., a gift from a blind magician named Gary Haun, has journeyed across the globe by her side.
Jane Goodall, the eminent authority on chimpanzees globally, engages with chimpanzee Nana on June 6, 2004, at the zoo in Magdeburg, Germany. Her extensive study of chimpanzees commenced over four decades ago in Tanzania.
Renowned primatologist Jane Goodall addresses reporters at a press conference on February 27, 1989, at the World Wildlife Fund office in Washington. The press briefing aimed to announce the US decision to classify all African chimpanzees as endangered under the Endangered Species Act.
Dr. Jane Goodall presents a stuffed monkey to the United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan at the United Nations on April 16, 2002. During this encounter, Annan bestowed upon Goodall the title of Messenger of Peace.
British environmentalist Jane Goodall poses for a portrait in the garden of Groningen University during the Sharing the Planet conference on June 14, 2002, in Groningen, Netherlands. This conference focuses on global sustainable development and serves as a precursor to the U.N. Environment meeting in Johannesburg in August 2002.
British primatologist Jane Goodall, the renowned authority on chimpanzees, speaks at a press conference at Budapest Zoo on December 20, 2004. Goodall, a participant in the ‘Roots and Shoots Foundation’ meeting, has recently adopted a young chimpanzee. Her groundbreaking research on chimpanzees began over 40 years ago in Tanzania.
Author Elie Wiesel, Jane Goodall, actor Michael Douglas, and author Anna Cataldi attend a UN Messengers of Peace press conference moderated by Shashi Tharoor, Under-Secretary-General for Communications and Public Information, at the United Nations on September 21, 2005, in New York City. The panel, sponsored by the UN, comprises individuals from various fields discussing ongoing UN reforms.
British scientist Jane Goodall is honored with the French Legion of Honour medal by French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin at the Matignon Palace in Paris on January 17, 2005. Goodall receives this prestigious award in recognition of her lifelong dedication to protecting endangered great apes in Africa.
A chimpanzee playfully interacts with primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall during a press conference at Taronga Zoo on July 14, 2006, in Sydney, Australia. Dr. Goodall’s visit aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by wild chimpanzees. The zoo houses several family groups of chimps, including some of the oldest chimpanzees in captivity.
Actor Michael Douglas, primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall, and former tennis player/actor Vijay Amritraj stand in reverence during the ringing of the peace bell in observance of International Peace Day at the 61st General Assembly on September 21, 2006, at the United Nations in New York.
British primatologist Jane Goodall gazes at a tree on September 2, 2007, at La Selva Biological Station in Sarapiqui, 80 km northeast of San Jose. Goodall, renowned for her chimpanzee studies, visits Costa Rica to oversee her program “Roots & Shoots,” engaging children and youth in projects related to animals, the environment, and the community.
Primatologist Jane Goodall poses for a photograph after receiving an honorary doctorate at the Faculty of Education of Uppsala University north of Stockholm on May 26, 2007. This honorary degree ceremony, along with thirteen others, is dedicated to the memory of Swedish botanist Linnaeus, also known as Carl von Linne, in celebration of the tricentenary of Linnaeus’ birth on May 23, 1707.
UN peace messenger and British primatologist Jane Goodall, the esteemed expert on chimpanzees globally, awaits a meeting with a gorilla family at the Zoo Park and Botanic Garden in Budapest on February 11, 2008, during her visit to the Hungarian capital. Goodall plays a pivotal role as the main guest at a conference organized by Roots & Shoots focusing on environmental preservation.
Glenn Close and Dr. Jane Goodall participate in the TIME 100 Summit 2019 on April 23, 2019, in New York City.
Passersby encounter a 12-meter tall inflatable sculpture of the chimpanzee David Greybeard by Australian artist Lisa Roet in Melbourne on December 4, 2020. This artwork commemorates the 60th anniversary of Jane Goodall’s groundbreaking research on chimpanzee behavior in Tanzania, prompting reflection on humanity’s relationship with nature and our closest animal kin.
British anthropologist and primatologist Jane Goodall observes the unveiling of her wax statue at the Musee Grevin in Paris on December 1, 2023.