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Dr. Louis S.B. Leakey significantly influenced Dian Fossey by recognizing her potential as a primatologist and encouraging her to study gorillas in their natural habitat. His own groundbreaking work in paleoanthropology and his emphasis on the importance of field research inspired Fossey to pursue a rigorous, observational approach to studying these primates. Leakey also provided her with financial support and mentorship, helping to launch her career and solidifying her commitment to conservation and the study of gorilla behavior.

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