Stella Mayerhoff

Stella Mayerhoff is a primatologist turned science communicator. As a scientist, Stella traveled the world—from Puerto Rico to the Democratic Republic of the Congo—studying various primate species. She now draws inspiration from her time in the field, writing to share the sense of adventure and real-world impact that science offers. Stella has written for the San Jose Mercury News, Mongabay, and the Monterey Herald. When she’s not chasing a story, Stella enjoys spending time with her cat, TBD, who owes his perfectly odd name to a moment of writer’s block.

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updated: 12/31/2025