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Saving Wildlife: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Dr. Kurt Benirschke

2023 Biography Silver Winner - Independent Book Publishers Association Benjamin Franklin Awards

This book tells the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. Kurt Benirschke

Physician scientist. Wildlife conservationist. Visionary leader. Family man. The inimitable Dr. Kurt Benirschke ("Dr. B") was a trailblazer--passionate about gathering and sharing knowledge to make the world a better place for both humans and wildlife. 

This heartfelt and engaging memoir, written by Dr. B's son Rolf Benirschke, describes his fascinating life and many adventures.

With vivid detail, it captures Dr. Benirschke's accomplishments, from his early years as a young doctor learning English in a new country to his world-changing role as the founder of the San Diego Zoo's research division, which established the wildlife conservation movement in zoos as we know it today.

Written by Rolf Benirschke 

As a zoology major at UC Davis, Rolf Benirschke worked summers at the San Diego Zoo's research center. It was Rolf's athletic skills, however, that led him to a 10-year career in the NFL, where he earned numerous honors, including being name the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year. While playing, he launched Kicks for Critters to raise funds and awareness for the Zoo's conservation efforts. He currently sits on the board of trustees at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.

With James Lund

James Lund is an award-winning writer and editor who has collaborated on more than 30 books.

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Roberta Sue Spada
Shopping for a good cause

Before Christmas I was looking for this book for my grandson and could only find paperback…As a Christmas gift I wanted hard back and the SD Zoo gift shop came through and it was delivered in 2 days ……thank you so much

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Gayle Wilson
Really liked this book!

I thoroughly enjoyed Saving Wildlife by Rolf Benirachke! I learned so much about his father and what an amazing man he was- as well as a lot about what makes the San Diego Zoo the best in the world! I would recommend this book to all San Diegans, all animal lovers, and to anyone who appreciates the story of an outstanding scientist and human being, Kurt Benirschke!