In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, we explore the profound connection between humans and our closest living relatives, the great apes. We delve into the remarkable capacity of gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and bonobos for curiosity, play, and problem-solving—traits that reveal we aren’t as different as we might think.
Our guest is Dr. Rick Quinn, a veterinary ophthalmologist from southwestern Ontario whose focus shifted from a successful private practice to the front lines of ape conservation.
Tune in to hear:
- The moment Dr. Quinn realized these animals are "just like us."
- How Canadian veterinarians are making a global impact on conservation.
- The urgent mission to save our closest relatives from extinction.
Resources:
Docs4GreatApes: website, Facebook, Instagram
Gorilla Doctors: website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube
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