Alison Cronin
Alison Lorraine Cronin, MBE (born September 1966) is the American director of Monkey World in Dorset, England, a sanctuary for abused and neglected primates. She is widely acknowledged as an international expert in the rescue and rehabilitation of abused primates, and in the enforcement of international treaties aimed at protecting them from illegal trade and experimentation.
Alison Cronin MBE | |
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| Born | Alison Lorraine Ames September 1966 (age 57) United States |
| Occupation(s) | Zookeeper, primate behavioural expert |
| Known for | Monkey World |
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Cronin was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 2006 for Services to Animal Welfare along with her husband as well as for founding the Endangered Asian Species Trust.
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