Legendary Conservationist Jane Goodall Dies at 91, Her Revolutionary Legacy Endures

The world is mourning the loss of Dame Jane Goodall, the groundbreaking primatologist, conservationist, and tireless advocate for animal rights, who passed away yesterday, October 1, 2025, at the age of 91. Dr. Goodall died of natural causes in California while on a speaking tour, as confirmed by the Jane Goodall Institute.

Her revolutionary work in Tanzania, beginning in 1960, transformed our understanding of chimpanzees and, by extension, human evolution. It was there she made the astonishing discovery that chimpanzees use tools – a finding that shattered conventional scientific thought which had long held tool use as an exclusively human trait. Her observations revealed the complex social structures, emotional lives, and intelligence of these primates, profoundly shaping primatology and conservation.

Reactions to her death have poured in from around the globe. The United Nations lauded her for working “tirelessly for our planet and all its inhabitants, leaving an extraordinary legacy.” Greenpeace expressed being “heartbroken,” calling her “one of the true conservation giants of our time.” Naturalist Chris Packham honored her as “revolutionary” and a hero, emphasizing the profound loss at a critical time for environmental protection.

Beyond her scientific breakthroughs, Dr. Goodall became a passionate environmental activist, campaigning against habitat destruction, advocating for chimpanzees in captivity, and urging urgent action on climate change. The Jane Goodall Institute, founded in 1977, continues her mission to protect chimpanzees and empower communities globally. Her indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication to the natural world leave an enduring legacy that will continue to inspire generations.

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