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Thursday, December 27, 2012

Remembering Dian Fossey (1932 - 1985)


Dian Fossey Mountain Gorillas
Dian Fossey
Dian Fossey dedicated her life to saving the endangered species of Mountain Gorillas. Her conservation efforts clashed with the interests of wildlife poachers and corrupt bureaucrats. Dian was murdered on this day in 1985. Her murder still remains unsolved.

RIP Dian. You were the best!

Dian Fossey Mountain Gorillas
Dian Fossey with one of her favorite Gorillas

To learn more about Dian and how you can contribute to saving this magnificent species, please visit 
The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International.



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