Devra G. Kleiman | |
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| Born | November 15, 1942 The Bronx, New York, U.S. |
| Died | April 29, 2010 (aged 67) Washington, D. C., U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Chicago; University of London |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | biology; conservation biology |
| Institutions | National Zoological Park (United States); University of Maryland |
Devra Gail Kleiman (November 15, 1942 – April 29, 2010) was an American biologist who helped create the field of conservation biology.[1] She is known for her work to conserve endangered species, especially the golden lion tamarin of Brazil.[2] Her efforts to use zoos to manage genetics of rare species was "one of the greatest success stories in the history of modern zoos," according to Steven Monfort, director of the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute.[1] She is also known for her efforts to breed pandas at the National Zoo.
- ^ a b Brown, Emma (May 4, 2010). Devra G. Kleiman dies at 67; helped create field of conservation biology. The Washington Post
- ^ Siegel, Robert; Norris, Michele (2010). Remembering Biologist Devra Kleiman. NPR