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Why is David Attenborough being 'replaced' on new Planet Earth episode?

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A new generation of environmental activists is stepping into David Attenborough’s shoes to present the latest Planet Earth.

The 97-year-old biologist and broadcaster, famed for his soothing voice and love of the natural world, will be temporarily replaced by 50 schoolkids in a special edition of the show.

III: Narrated By Kids features clips from the original series, alongside

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