Discovery of Dian Fossey's Body

Date: December 27, 1985 • Location: Musanze, Rwanda

The body of murdered American primatologist Dian Fossey was discovered inside her cabin in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda.

Primatology is the scientific study of primates. Unlike branches of zoology focused on specific animal groups, primatology – and the primate order — includes both human and nonhuman animals. Thus, the field entails significant overlap with anthropology, the study of humans, and related sciences.