Desmond Morris Dies Veteran Zoologist and Author

Exam-focused facts from the 22 April 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Desmond Morris was a British zoologist, broadcaster, and author who died at the age of 98.
He authored the 1967 international bestseller 'The Naked Ape: A Zoologist’s Study of the Human Animal', which sold over 10 million copies across more than 36 countries.
His notable works include 'The Human Zoo', which examined the impact of urban life on human behaviour, and 'Manwatching', a guide to body language and social conduct.
Throughout his career, he published more than 90 titles covering human behaviour, animals, art, and popular culture.
He appeared on the Zootime TV Programme at London Zoo in 1956.