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I'm not over-fond of animals. I am merely astounded by them.
David Attenborough
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David Attenborough
Age: 98
Born: 1926
Born: May 8
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Sir David Attenborough
David Frederick Attenborough
Sir David Frederick Attenborough
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It never really occurred to me to believe in God.
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I am an ardent recycler. I would like to think that it works. I don't know whether it does or not.
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