(Crocodylus cataphractus, African slender-snouted crocodile) Crocodiles evolved more than 200 million years ago and lived at the same time as the dinosaurs. (Crocodylus cataphractus, African slender-snouted crocodile) Crocodiles evolved more than 200 million years ago and lived at the same time as the dinosaurs.

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A word from Sir David Attenborough

'In a lifetime of travelling and filming, I have been lucky enough to see many amazing and beautiful things - coral reef, birds of paradise, the extraordinary coelacanth fish and the giant Rafflesia flower of Malaysia. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to bring these sights to so many people around the world and hope that I have sparked viewers' curiosity and interest by sharing these experiences, and in some small way perhaps even enriched their lives.

Advances in technology and communication have the potential to transform the way we explore the world and share our discoveries. This is why I have agreed to lend my name to the studio in Phase Two of the Natural History Museum's Darwin Centre. This is a real opportunity to combine scientific expertise, public dialogue, film and interactive media in a truly accessible environment. It will enable all of us to explore the wonders of our world and investigate its secrets.

By sharing our hopes and ideas about our world, we can take a step towards securing our planet's survival and give future generations as much to explore and enjoy as we've had.'

Sir David Attenborough OM FRS

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