[About gorillas] You take these fine, regal animals. How many (human) fathers have the same sense of paternity? How many human mothers are more caring? The family structure is unbelievably strong.
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I have made my home among the mountain gorillas.
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What this quote means
Dian Fossey dedicated her life to studying and protecting mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
This quote reflects Dian Fossey's profound connection to mountain gorillas, highlighting her commitment to conservation and the deep bond formed when one chooses to immerse themselves in the natural world. By making her home among these majestic creatures, she emphasizes the importance of coexistence and the need to protect endangered species, showcasing her passion and advocacy for wildlife preservation.
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GorillasNatureConservationWildlifeHome
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During a speech about wildlife conservation, I shared a quote by Dian Fossey to illustrate the importance of protecting our natural habitats.
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All quotes βActive conservation [of gorillas] involves simply going out into the forest, on foot, day after day after day, attempting to capture poachers, killing-regretfully-poacher dogs, which spread rabies within the park, and cutting down traps.
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If mountain gorillas are to survive and propagate, far more active conservation measures urgently need to be undertaken. The question remains, is it already too late?
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When you realize the value of all life, you dwell on what is past and concentrate more on the preservation of the future.
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My study of the wild gorilla is not yet finished, and even when it is complete, it will contribute only a small part toward man's understanding of his closest animal relatives, the great apes. But one conclusion is already clear: The gorilla is one of the most maligned animals in the world.
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The mountain gorilla faces grave danger of extinction - primarily because of the encroachments of native man upon its habitat - and neglect by civilized man, who does not conscientiously protect even the limited areas now allotted for the gorilla's survival.
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