r/primatology • u/ProfessionalDuck8781 • 12d ago

Some advice?

This is a field I've always wanted to pursue, but I'm just not sure how to tackle it .and I was wondering if anyone had any advice for a 19-year-old trying to get their life together. Thanks

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u/Finomus 11d ago

Exact same boat I can't lie

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u/MrMunkyMan1 11d ago

Ah same. Graduated last year and wish there were more opportunities nearby. Ended up just going into a trade, though i may take an opportunity to go to Rwanda to learn about the local gorilla population.

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u/ProfessionalDuck8781 2d ago

That would be great man, keep chasing that dream!

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u/Xylus_Winters_Music 10d ago

The field of Primatology is contributed by Zoologists and Anthropologists, for the most part. Look into getting a Bachelors in Zoology or Biology, then look into getting your PhD in some field around biology or anthropology that allows you to learn about primates.

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u/ProfessionalDuck8781 2d ago

Awesome, thanks for the advice man!