Ideas worth spreading

TEDxLeicesterWomen

December 2019

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Being more bonobo - Why I run a zoo

Bonobos live in peaceful, matriarchal communities where they use complex vocal sounds to communicate with each other, and when they get stressed, bonobos tend to go for hugs rather than the jugular. Sharon's talk provides insights on how we can all make a small change to save our planet and protect all the animals who live on earth.

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Bonobos live in peaceful, matriarchal communities where they use complex vocal sounds to communicate with each other, and when they get stressed, bonobos tend to go for hugs rather than the jugular. Sharon's talk provides insights on how we can all make a small change to save our planet and protect all the animals who live on earth.

This talk was presented to a local audience at TEDxLeicesterWomen, an independent event.

Read more about TEDx.

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