David Attenborough’s heartbreaking end of life message in full as he makes emotional plea

David Attenborough’s heartbreaking end of life message in full as he makes emotional plea

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David Attenborough has entertained and informed fans for over 70 years, but he has made a sharp admission as he approaches his 99th birthday.

David Attenborough made an emotional plea with the world as he admits he is nearing the end of his life. The wildlife expert has thrilled nature lovers for seven decades as he captured the essence of every corner of the globe.

However, the legendary broadcaster made a stern statement at the age of 98. As he admitted that he is “approaching the end of his life,” and opened up about his mortality as he waited to celebrate his 99th birthday on May 1, he made the heartbreaking confession.

In his new feature, Ocean with David Attenborough, he made an admission. He said: “When I first saw the sea as a young boy, it was thought of as a vast wilderness to be tamed and mastered for the benefit of humanity.

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We are aware that the opposite is true as I near the end of my life. I now understand that the most significant location on Earth is at sea, not on land, after nearly a hundred years of living here.

“Today, it is in such poor health I would find it hard not to lose hope were it not for the most remarkable discovery of all. If we save the sea, we save our world. After a lifetime of filming our planet, I’m sure nothing is more important.”

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The great age of ocean discovery has also occurred in my lifetime, he continued. Scientists and explorers have discovered remarkable new species, epic migrations, and dazzling, complex ecosystems that were previously unimaginable for a young man over the course of the last hundred years.

We discuss some of those wonderful discoveries, explain why our ocean is in such poor health, and, most importantly, demonstrate how to restore health to the ocean. The moment might be different at this.

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The broadcaster informs fans on all parts of the world(Image: BBC)

“On paper, nearly every nation on Earth has agreed to do the bare minimum and protect a third of the ocean.” We now have to work together to make it happen.

Sir David has been fascinated by nature since ever since childhood. He studied natural sciences at Cambridge University before later joining the BBC.

1954 saw his first TV performance. Initial impressions had been made that he couldn’t be a presenter because his teeth were “too big.”

His work is unmatched, though. He has now, however, sadly stated to his fans that he doesn’t anticipate living too long.

Sir David has long focused on the issues that the environment faces around the world through his documentaries. He has also contributed significantly to the development of initiatives aimed at preserving endangered species.

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