Reason why a non-pedigree cat is called a moggie in an infographic

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The source is the book Catlore by Dr Desmond Morris. Here is some information about him as he deserves it. The information was compiled by an AI computer searching the internet.

Desmond John Morris, born on January 24, 1928, is an English zoologist, ethologist, and surrealist painter. His multifaceted career spans various domains, making him a fascinating figure. Let’s delve into the details:

Early Life and Education:

• Morris was born in Purton, Wiltshire, to Marjorie (née Hunt) and children’s fiction author Harry Morris.
• His interest in natural history and writing blossomed during his time in Swindon.
• He attended Dauntsey’s School, a boarding school in Wiltshire.
• After serving in the British Army for national service, he pursued fine arts and zoology at the University of Birmingham.
• In 1951, he embarked on a doctorate at the Department of Zoology, University of Oxford, focusing on animal behavior.

Career Highlights:

• Curator of Mammals at London Zoo: He held this position after leaving his role as the host of Granada TV’s Zoo Time.
• Research Fellow at the University of Oxford: His research centered on the reproductive behavior of birds.
• Television Presenter: He scripted and hosted over 500 episodes of Zoo Time and 100 episodes of Life in the Animal World for BBC2.
• Surrealist Artist: Morris’s artistic endeavors included directing surrealist films and exhibiting paintings and drawings created by common chimpanzees.
• Author: His most renowned work is the 1967 book The Naked Ape, which delves into human sociobiology.
• Royal Institution Christmas Lecturer: In 1964, he delivered the Royal Institution Christmas Lecture on Animal Behavior.

Notable Works:

• The Naked Ape: This ground-breaking book explores human behaviour from an evolutionary perspective.
• Zoo Time: His television programs, including Zoo Time, brought zoology to a wider audience.
• Surrealist Art: Morris’s artistic expression extended beyond science, and he exhibited alongside luminaries like Joan Miró.
• Human Zoo: Another thought-provoking work that examines human behavior in a societal context.

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