Richard Leakey Net Worth

Omo fossil discoveries

Significant fossil discoveries at Omo, Ethiopia, establish his reputation.

Skull 1470 Discovery

Discovery of Skull 1470 increases Leakey's scientific fame.

Turkana Boy Fossil Find

Discovery of the Turkana Boy fossil makes him a global figure.

Heads Kenya Wildlife Service

Leakey appointed to lead KWS, begins anti-poaching efforts.

Plane Crash Loss of Legs

Leakey survives a plane crash losing both legs.

Heads Kenya Civil Service

Appointed Head of Kenya Civil Service.

Death in Kenya

Leakey dies in Kenya in January 2022, leaving a legacy of conservation and paleoanthropology.

Legacy as Conservationist

Leakey's impact on paleoanthropology and conservation continues to be recognized.