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Letter: Monty Python's lemur

Published 30 November 2005

From John Cleese

I was really touched, and indeed, honoured (a cliché, but it’s true), when Urs Thalmann told me they would like to name the lemur after me (12 November, p 6).

I’m absurdly fond of the little creatures, and if I had to show any of my programmes to St Peter upon my arrival at the Pearly Gates, I think I would show him my documentary made about them in Madagascar. I help with conservation a bit, here and there, and so will redouble my efforts for our furry friends.

Santa Barbara, California, US

Issue no. 2528 published 3 December 2005

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