Scientist and conservationist Jane Goodall dies aged 91

Thursday 2 October 2025 · 3 outlets · 4 reports · updated Thu 2 Oct 2025, 4:56pm

Primate expert and global activist Dame Jane Goodall has died of natural causes at the age of 91. The Jane Goodall Institute confirmed she passed away in California while on a speaking tour. Her scientific discoveries and environmental advocacy were recognised globally.

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1. RNZThu 2 Oct 2025, 7:33am

   Wildlife advocate, primate expert Jane Goodall dies at 91 (opens in new tab)

   • Conservation pioneer Dame Jane Goodall remembered as 'incredible human' (opens in new tab) Thu 2 Oct 2025, 4:56pm
2. NZ HeraldThu 2 Oct 2025, 7:52am

   Conservationist Dr Jane Goodall dies, aged 91 (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesThu 2 Oct 2025, 8:02am

   Wildlife advocate, primate expert Jane Goodall dies aged 91 (opens in new tab)