Article 752K0 Zoologist, author and presenter Desmond Morris dies aged 98

Zoologist, author and presenter Desmond Morris dies aged 98

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Morris pursued dual passions of zoology and surrealist art, presenting BBC documentaries and hosting exhibitions

The zoologist Desmond Morris, perhaps best known for his book the Naked Ape and his work on the ITV programme Zoo Time, has died aged 98.

Morris's son Jason paid tribute to him after his death on Sunday, praising his many professional achievements as well as his role as a father and grandfather.

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