Anna Walraven

Anna Walraven, a former senior curator and zookeeper at Taronga Zoo, shares her fascinating journey from the Netherlands to Australia. She reveals the challenges of being one of the first female zookeepers amidst workplace sexism and pranks. Anna highlights the complex social structures of bonobos and their matriarchal society, explores animal mating behaviors, and discusses the wisdom of older female animals. She also reflects on her family's WWII experiences and the emotional ties between humans and animals, offering a unique perspective on life and nature.